Office Manager

Your new companyA well-established,London-based professional services organisation is seeking a Temporary Office & Operations Administrator to support its busy headquarters. The business operates within the consultancy sector and is known for delivering a high-quality, client-focused service across its operations.This is a full-time, office-based role (Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:00, 37.5 hours per week). The initial contract will run for 3-6 months, with a strong possibility of permanent opportunities depending on business needs and performance.

Your new roleAs the Office & Operations Administrator, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the London office. You will support both internal teams and external stakeholders, helping to maintain a professional, welcoming, and well-organised workplace.Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the main point of contact for guests and visitors, ensuring a positive and professional welcome
• Managing meeting room bookings, diaries, and associated logistics
• Coordinating appointments and liaising with clients and stakeholders in person and by phone
• Organising catering for meetings and internal or external events
• Supporting the delivery of office and client events, including staff engagement initiatives
• Liaising with building management, facilities providers, security, and reception teams on day-to-day office matters
• Supporting onboarding processes for new starters and coordinating leaver processes in line with global procedures
• Handling a wide range of administrative tasks to support office operations and business support teams
• Coordinating stationery and business card orders across multiple regional locations
• Managing office supplier accounts and deliveries, including refreshments and consumables
• Working closely with central business support colleagues and contributing to regular updates and meetings
• Acting as a point of contact for basic IT and connectivity issues within the office and liaising with technical teams as required
• Preparing and issuing internal communications and office updates
• Maintaining building access controls, including issuing and cancelling access passes

This is a varied, hands-on role offering exposure to multiple parts of the business within a fast-paced environment.

What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will bring strong office administration experience and a proactive, service-driven mindset. You should have:Previous experience in an office support, facilities, or administrative roleA strong commitment to delivering excellent service and maintaining a professional office environmentAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPointA friendly, approachable manner and confidence interacting with a wide range of stakeholdersExcellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectivelyStrong multitasking and logistical coordination experienceThe ability to build positive working relationships across teams and functionsA reliable, flexible approach to work within a fully office-based settingIf you enjoy being at the heart of an organisation and thrive in a role where no two days are the same, this opportunity offers excellent exposure and the potential for longer-term progression.

What you'll get in returnIn addition to a competitive hourly rate (paid weekly), you'll benefit from an efficient timesheet process and the support of a dedicated consultant throughout your assignment. This role provides hands-on experience within a growing organisation and the chance to develop your research and analytical skills further. You will receive structured guidance and have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a dynamic and expanding team.

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