Office Manager (Professional Services / Legal)

About the role

A leading international legal practice is seeking a proactive Office Manager to lead local workplace administration, coordinate business support functions and oversee corporate premises operations. The firm describes itself as offering an established, high-performing environment focused on operational quality, business stability and professional development.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily administrative workflows, working closely with secretarial staff, support assistants and front-of-house teams.
• Supervise internal operations and facilities teams, including structured team performance reviews and professional development support.
• Oversee commercial premises administration, including corporate tenancy matters, statutory operating licences and regulatory governance.
• Manage local supplier relationships, service agreements and operational expense tracking.
• Coordinate internal workplace projects, space planning adaptations and corporate business continuity frameworks.

Required profile

• Prior experience in office management, corporate administration or operational services within a legal practice or professional services environment.
• Solid track record supervising administrative teams and front-of-house personnel, including conducting structured team performance reviews.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee operational expenditure, manage supplier agreements and run workplace change initiatives.
• Strong organisational, interpersonal and communication skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders.