Office Manager in Chatham, Medway

Office Manager
Location: Medway, Kent (hybrid options)
Job Type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: £35,000–£50,000 DOE per annum + company bonus
Holiday: 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Benefits: Hybrid Working with Flexible Hours | Private Medical Cover | Free Parking

About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive Office Manager to oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the office and support a range of essential business functions. Working closely with senior management and colleagues across the business, you will take ownership of office operations, facilities, Health & Safety, quality management, procurement, fleet administration, HR administration and finance support. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to make a real impact on business efficiency and continuous improvement.

Office Manager Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily office operations, facilities, maintenance, supplies and workplace services.
• Maintain Health & Safety records and support inspections, risk assessments and compliance activities.
• Support quality management systems, document control and internal and external audits.
• Coordinate purchasing, supplier relationships, quotations and purchase orders.
• Oversee fleet administration, including servicing, MOTs, insurance and vehicle records.
• Support HR administration, including onboarding, personnel records, recruitment and training documentation.
• Assist with finance administration, including supplier invoices, expenses, purchase orders and accurate record-keeping.

About You
You will be organised, detail-oriented and confident managing multiple priorities independently. You will have strong communication skills, a proactive approach and the ability to build effective working relationships across the business.

Essential skills and experience:

• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Experience maintaining accurate records, trackers and administrative systems.
• Ability to take ownership and work independently.

Desirable experience:

• Previous experience in office management or business administration.

• Knowledge of Health & Safety or quality management systems.
• Experience in procurement, supplier management, fleet or HR administration.
• Basic bookkeeping or finance administration.

• Experience in an ISO-accredited or regulated environment

If this a role where you feel you could thrive and add value, please apply with an up-to-date CV. #3242