Office Manager / EA

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Office Manager / EA
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum
Hours: Full time - Monday - Friday
Benefits: Growth by Sharing Bonus, Auto-enrolment pension, healthcare insurance, free cooked breakfast Fridays, office refreshments, employee of the month incentive scheme, opportunities for career progression

Are you a highly organised, proactive professional looking for a dynamic role where no two days are the same? We are recruiting a Office Manager / Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director of a fast-growing, UK-based manufacturing business with over 40 years' experience.

The Role
You will act as the right-hand to the Managing Director, ensuring the smooth running of the office while providing high-level executive support. This is a broad role combining diary management, meeting coordination, reporting, HR support, and office operations. You will also step in to support procurement and finance as needed, helping the business maintain momentum and efficiency across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Executive Support: Manage diaries, schedule meetings, prepare agendas, track actions, handle correspondence, and prepare strategic reports.
• Office Management: Oversee daily operations, liaise with suppliers, implement process improvements, and coordinate events.
• HR & Recruitment: First point of contact for HR queries, support recruitment, onboarding, and maintain personnel records.
• Reporting & Accountability: Collate, review, and format reports; maintain documentation; ensure follow-up on key initiatives.
• Cross-Department Cover: Support procurement and finance functions when required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or Office Manager in a fast-paced environment.

• Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and a "get it done" attitude.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel (including formulas)
• Professional, approachable, and collaborative with discretion and integrity.
• Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and adapt to changing priorities.

Why This Role?

• Join a highly ambitious company with a supportive, family-oriented culture.
• Play a pivotal role in shaping operational efficiency and supporting senior leadership.
• Opportunities for growth into a more strategic EA role as the business expands globally.
• Enjoy a collaborative office environment with perks like free breakfasts and employee incentives.

If you thrive in a structured, proactive environment and want to make a real impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career.