Office Manager
- Location: Redditch, Worcestershire
- Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (DOE)
- Hours: Mon–Thu 08:30–17:30, Fri 08:30–15:00
The Opportunity
Are you a highly organised, logical professional who excels at managing the fine details of a busy office? Arden Personnel is working exclusively with a leading, ISO 9001-accredited manufacturing specialist in Redditch that has been a pillar of the local industry for nearly 50 years.
This role requires a strong-minded individual who can provide high-level support to the Managing Director and oversee the essential pillars of the business. As the company continues to scale and expand into its new centralised facility, we need a dedicated professional to ensure every system is perfected.
Who We Are Looking For
This role requires a Specialist mindset. You will be successful if you are:
- Highly Logical & Analytical: You make decisions based on facts and data rather than emotion.
- Conscientious & Reliable: You take your duties seriously, maintain high standards, and take pride in "doing things right".
- Goal-Oriented & Ambitious: You have a natural sense of urgency and a competitive drive to achieve results.
- Detail-Minded: You possess the concentration required for precise, detailed tasks and have a deep respect for policy and direction.
- Independent: You enjoy having the responsibility and authority to manage your own domain without being micro-managed. Key Responsibilities
- PA to the Managing Director: Providing high-level administrative support, managing diaries, and acting as a confidential sounding board.
- HR Management: Overseeing internal HR processes, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring strict adherence to company policies.
- Marketing Coordination: Helping manage the company’s brand presence and supporting outbound sales, support or technical inquiries.
- Operational Support: Handling complex instructions and coordinating office systems to prevent errors.
- Culture Champion: Driving the company’s unique "Be Fun" and "Be Generous" initiatives.
Requirements: Skills & Experience
- Proven Experience: A solid background in Office Management or Senior Administration, ideally within a manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Analytical Prowess: A history of handling projects that require in-depth analysis and attention to complex detail.
- Organisational Skills: The ability to prioritise and organise workload, and be proactive when required.
- Resilience: The capability to work effectively in a constantly changing environment under pressure.
Why Join This Team?
Our client truly lives by their values, investing heavily in their people:
- Professional Growth: Access to "Be World Class" training to support your development.
- Health: 24/7 Virtual GP access, long-term sickness cover, and x4 Life Assurance.
- Unique Perks: "Be Generous" volunteer days, company-sponsored "Be Fun" activities, and a Month of Gusto food subscription post-probation.
📣 Ready to Apply? We’re reviewing CVs for this Office Manager role now—early applications are highly encouraged.
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