Office Manager - Architecture

Office Manager for an inspiring Architecture Firm!

ROLE: Office Manager

INDUSTRY: Architecture

SALARY: £50,000-£55,000 per annum

LOCATION: Elephant & Castle - Fully Office Based!

HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm / 9:00am-5:30pm rotating shift pattern

We are working with an award-winning Architecture firm who are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Office Manager to oversee the smooth operation of their workplace, ensure a safe and efficient working environment, and support key HR functions.

This multifaceted role requires strong organisational skills, a people-first mindset, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities across office administration, facilities coordination, and HR support.

Responsibilities:

Office Management

• Oversee day-to-day office operations, including suppliers, budgets, and scheduling.
• Act as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and urgent facilities matters.
• Streamline office systems and processes to keep everything running smoothly.

Facilities

• Manage building services, contractors, and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness, safety, and security.
• Champion sustainability and energy-saving initiatives.

Health & Safety

• Act as the lead contact for health and safety, keeping policies compliant.
• Organise fire drills, first aid, and wellbeing training.
• Maintain up-to-date safety records and risk assessments.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and support the admin team.
• Allocate tasks and oversee smooth workflow.
• Foster a positive, collaborative team culture.

HR Support

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Be a first point of contact for staff HR queries.

About you:

• A natural organiser with strong time management skills
• Well-rounded facilities management knowledge
• Health & safety experience (policies, compliance, training)
• Understanding of ISO auditing principles
• Experienced in managing teams (especially admin teams)
• Confident communicator & relationship builder
• Previous HR experience ideal, or capacity to cover HR Manager as needed
• Willing and able to be on-call for emergencies/security issues

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We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.