Office Manager / Personal Assistant

About the company

Connections are recruiting for an experienced Office Manager / PA to join an established property consultancy and surveying business in Prestwich.

Your tasks

This is a varied role combining PA support to the Managing Director and senior team with responsibility for the smooth running of the office. You'll be highly organised, proactive and confident managing a range of responsibilities in a busy professional environment.

PA and Executive Support

• Manage diaries, meetings, appointments and business travel.
• Handle correspondence, calls and confidential information.
• Prepare reports, presentations and other documents, including work from dictation.
• Coordinate meetings and provide day-to-day support to the Managing Director and senior directors.

Office Management

• Oversee the daily running of the office and maintain a professional working environment.
• Manage office supplies, suppliers, contractors and general facilities.
• Coordinate meeting rooms, hot desks, visitors and client hospitality.
• Oversee company car administration, including fuel cards.
• Assist with basic IT arrangements, health and safety procedures and liaison with the landlord.

Administration and Events

• Process expenses, assist with invoices and maintain financial records.
• Track projects, follow up actions and coordinate team administration.
• Organise company events, client functions and charity initiatives in the UK and overseas.

Requirements

• At least three years' experience in an Office Manager, PA, EA or similar role.
• Experience supporting senior management.
• Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• A proactive approach, excellent attention to detail and the ability to use initiative.
• Discretion when handling confidential information.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.

Experience in property, surveying, construction or professional services would be advantageous.

The Ideal Candidate You'll be adaptable, dependable and comfortable balancing senior-level PA support with practical office management. You'll enjoy taking ownership, solving problems and helping a business run efficiently.