The right person in an operations focused role keeps a firm operating smoothly, so the partners and team can offer the best service possible to their clients.
This is an opportunity to join an established accounting firm in a broad office and operations role, supporting senior leadership and keeping the business running smoothly. With variety across office management, administration and executive support, it would suit someone who enjoys being involved in different areas of a business, wearing different hats.
The Role
You'll have the opportunity to oversee the day-to-day running of the office while providing direct support to senior leadership. Your responsibilities will cover office operations, diary and meeting management, business administration, suppliers and internal processes.
You'll also support billing, reporting, compliance, events and business development. It's a hands-on role suited to someone proactive, organised and comfortable taking ownership.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day office operations and ensure the team has what it needs
Manage and oversee two direct reports, in administration and finance
Coordinate suppliers, facilities, equipment, meeting spaces and external providers
Provide executive support, including diary management, meetings and travel
Prepare business documents, presentations, reports and correspondence
Assist with billing, expenses, timesheets and month-end administration
Maintain accurate business records, systems and documentation
Support client events, internal events and business development activities
Assist with compliance, risk, governance, audits and internal reporting
Help maintain workplace health, safety and security requirements
Identify opportunities to improve processes and systems
Build strong relationships with senior leaders, colleagues and external contacts
About You
Experience in office management, operations, executive support or a similar role
Professional services experience preferred, particularly in accounting, advisory or legal
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
Confident dealing with senior stakeholders and external providers
Comfortable working independently and taking ownership
Strong Microsoft Office skills and confidence using new systems
What's on Offer
A varied role across office management, operations and executive support
Direct exposure to senior leadership
Experience within a professional services and advisory environment
Responsibility across a broad range of business functions
The opportunity to improve processes and how the business operates
Full-time, office-based role, five days per week (37.5h)
If you're an experienced office, operations or executive support professional looking for variety and genuine responsibility, we'd love to have a confidential chat.