Office Manager

Office Manager Permanent | South Tyneside Do you enjoy being the person who keeps everything running smoothly? Are you at your best when you’re organising, coordinating, and making sure a busy office operates like it should? A well-established construction company based in South Tyneside is looking to appoint a confident and proactive Office Manager on a permanent basis. This is a key role at the heart of the business, supporting senior management and ensuring the day-to-day running of the office is efficient, organised, and professional. The Role This is a hands-on Office Manager position where you’ll take real ownership of how the office functions. You’ll be trusted to manage priorities, support leaders, and act as the go-to person for keeping things on track. Your responsibilities will include: * Taking ownership of the day-to-day running of the office, facilities, and general administration * Supporting senior management with diary management, meetings, and travel * Managing document control, correspondence, and office records * Assisting with HR administration including onboarding and maintaining employee records * Working with finance on office costs and expenses * Ensuring health & safety requirements and internal policies are followed * Managing relationships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers * Spotting opportunities to improve processes and make the office run more efficiently What We’re Looking For You’ll be an experienced Office Manager who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking responsibility. You’ll bring: * Previous experience in an Office Manager or similar role (construction or a related industry preferred) * Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities * Clear, confident communication skills * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office * A proactive, reliable approach and strong attention to detail What’s on Offer * Competitive salary * Company pension scheme * Permanent role within a stable, established construction business * A supportive environment where your contribution genuinely matters * On-site working If you’re looking for a permanent Office Manager role where you’ll be trusted, valued, and able to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more