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We are very happy to be working with an award winning architecture firm in London, renowned for their strong commitment to quality and innovative design.  

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The practice has over 250 employees and offices both in the UK and Internationally.  

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As the Office Manager and PA to the Lead Partner, you will be responsible for:

• Diary management and PA support to Lead Partner
• Facilitate the office ensuring Health and Safety and ISO standards are achieved and maintained
• Managing bookings for meeting rooms, guests and end to end meeting coordination
• Front office duties, including meeting and greeting visitors and answering calls
• Stock check of stationary, kitchen and office supplies
• Be the “go to person” in the office
• Welcome new starters with induction and H&S information

To be successful in this role as Office Manager / PA – you will need the following:

• Previous PA / Diary Management experience
• Previous Office Management experience
• Experience from other Architecture or Creative environment
• Proficient in Office 365
• Professional demeanour and excellent communication skills
• Highly organised and enthusiastic about Architecture, Design and Creative sector

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This is a wonderful opportunity, offering an exciting and varied role within a highly successful business with an excellent reputation both nationally and globally.

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‍What is your role:

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We are in search of a Studio Administrator to become a part of an acclaimed AJ100 firm. Your role will encompass comprehensive administrative assistance, which involves collaborating with others to create expressions of interest, pre-qualification questionnaires, and pitches. You'll also handle various general administrative duties and provide reception coverage when necessary.

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This is a busy and varied role. The successful candidate must be proactive and methodical, with the ability to work closely alongside others and to prioritise work to tight deadlines.

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You will be reporting to Directors, associate directors, associates and senior administrative support/bid coordinator.

Job purpose

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Provide full support to project teams under the direction of the team leader

Job description:

• assisting and supporting project teams in all project administration
• reviewing documents created by others to ensure spelling, grammar, layout, branding and formatting are correct
• printing and binding documents, reports, submissions etc.
• updating and maintaining project and contact information on the company’s database
• filing documents and emails in Newforma
• compiling expressions of interest, pre-qualification questionnaires and pitches in association with others
• organising travel arrangements for colleagues and logging information
• reception cover as required, answering all reception calls in a polite, professional, welcoming manner, transferring calls, taking message
• ordering office supplies and couriers as necessary
• assisting with arranging office functions and excursions

‍Skills and profile:

• in-depth knowledge of general office software, intranet, and administration systems
• knowledge of relevant presentation software (Affinity Publisher) and capability to learn new applications
• knowledge of and ability to operate typical extranet systems for uploading project information
• time management and organisational skills, ability to prioritise work and perform under pressure to tight deadlines
• ability to remain calm and helpful, giving support across all members of project teams
• professional and cooperative attitude, delivery, and telephone manner
• self-motivated with the ability to use initiative and work unsupervised, and switch quickly between tasks as workload demands
• excellent grasp of English language with the ability to check grammar and spelling
• ability to participate and become an active member of project teams
• understanding  of architecture and interior design and the sectors across which the practice operates

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Why work here:

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Distinguished as pioneers of employee ownership, the practice operates as a trust for the collective advantage of all members within the firm and notably profits are distributed among all employees annually. Acknowledged for their dedication to employee well-being, they were recently awarded the title of Architectural Employer of the Year.

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The practice organise weekly gatherings that unite the entire team to showcase ongoing projects, coupled with monthly practice briefings. Active participation in softball and five-a-side football matches against fellow London practices, complemented by regular yoga sessions and a lunchtime running club. Bi-monthly, the team hosts an in-house practice lunch prepared collectively by all staff members.

An exciting opportunity has come up for the position of Group Finance Manager at a renowned Architecture firm, recognised globally for it's award-winning designs.

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Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Group Finance Manager will oversee the management of the Group Accounts Receivable and Payable team. The main responsibilities of this role involve maintaining precise financial records across the group's ledgers and ensuring a strong control framework is upheld.

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This top-ranking AJ100 listed practice is currently offering a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of a permanent position.

Key areas of responsibility

• Manage the month end processes to ensure all entries are processed in line with required timetable
• Review production reports for any financial adjustments required
• Prepare monthly financial information for CFO
• Prepare annual statutory accounts
• Manage external audit
• Manage accounts receivable and payable team and set targets to achieve goals set by CFO
• Review monthly payroll

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‍Skills required as Group Finance Manager

• Professionally qualified ACA or ACCA minimum
• Strong technical knowledge
• Knowledge of FRS and Group Consolidations
• Advanced Excel skills
• Knowledge of Sage 200 advantageous     

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This is a great opportunity for Assistant Office Manager / Studio Coordinator.  We are shortlisting talented and friendly Office / Studio Coordinators for young and ambitious Architecture firm in London.  The company specialises in luxury residential projects, overseeing the entire process from initial design to final execution.

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As the Assistant Office Manager / Studio Coordinator, you need to have strong organisational skills and display a enthusiasm and eagerness to contribute to the team's success. Assisting and learning as you go within a successful Architecture and Property firm.

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Ideal candidate will have minimum 6-12 month's administrative experience within a similar industry – creative sector!

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Key Responsibilities:

• Creating and sending pre-pitch and post-pitch correspondence
• Developing and overseeing company templates and stationery
• Managing contacts using a contacts database or Excel spreadsheets
• Handling email responses and inquiries
• Supporting client reporting tasks
• Conducting phone-based follow-ups with potential clients as necessary
• Managing suppliers by creating trade accounts.
• Helping with the production of marketing materials.
• Assisting with website upkeep and acquiring project materials.
• Maintaining and updating the company's CRM software and computer databases  

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Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Minimum 1-year relevant experience and degree qualified
• Strong knowledge of Excel
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in client interactions.
• Proficient in organisational and reporting skills. 

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This is a unique opportunity to join an international consultancy that is engaged in meaningful work that makes a tangible difference, particularly in the field of humanitarian efforts.

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As an Projects Administrator, you will be providing support to the Explosives Engineering Services team that are involved in a range of tasks relating to landmine and bomb detection and clearance, both in the UK and internationally.  

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In addition to exciting and meaningful work, there are great prospects for rapid progression and promotion which would also be reflected in a salary increase.

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Working 2 days from home and 3 days in the office, my client offer flexibility and flexible working hours.

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The role duties:

• Prepare and proof read reports and proposals
• Assist operations coordinator with logistics and project personnel
• Record and maintain equipment and documentation such as CV’s, qualification certificates and create personnel files
• Take care of travel arrangements for contractors and staff such as hotel bookings, flights and other relevant information and forms
• Update staff schedules and project information and prepare contract templates for review by project managers
• Provide Health and Safety office admin for the team and complete H&S audits for client and office provider (if necessary)
• Other ad hoc administrative duties

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‍About you:

• Have strong organisational skills with PA /Office Management / Secretarial background
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Time management, able to prioritise workload accordingly
• Understanding of Project Administration is very important
• Solid understanding of Office 365 applications

Are you an enthusiastic, organized, and motivated individual with a passion for providing exceptional support? Our client, an award-winning Chartered Architectural and Interior Design practice, is currently seeking an experienced Personal Assistant / Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive assistance to the studios' three Partners.

With over 30 years of experience, the studio has grown to include more than 60 talented individuals who thrive on strong leadership, sound financial management, collaborative partnerships, and consistent performance. Additionally, they boast an excellent working environment, with genuine support in relation professional development as well as employee well-being.

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Duties and responsibilities include:

• diary management
• travel arrangements
• day-to-day arrangements for both parties, including meetings, restaurant reservations and personal appointments
• answering and filtering calls and emails, liaising with clients and suppliers, welcoming visitors and being the first point of contact for both
• preparing pitch documents and portfolios in InDesign
• assisting in responding to requests for proposals/information (PQQs/EOIs, tenders, proposals, presentations)
• supporting the partner and the head of business development in identifying and researching relevant business opportunities
• coordinating meetings with potential clients and assisting with following up and tracking
• assisting the wider hospitality and commercial team with occasional tasks
• organising team outings
• being an intrinsic part of the practice’s‘ admin team’, covering and helping when and as needed
• liaising with the PR consultant, at the direction of the head of business development, and assisting in administrative duties for the PR team
• liaising with the head of social media and the team and offer support as needed
• assisting in the development of the business’s brand, while liaising with the relevant key people
• supporting the company’s website designer in updating projects and materials
• assisting in the creation of marketing materials and documents where necessary

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The ideal candidate will possess:

• excellent organisational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple projects
• excellent verbal and written communication skills, well-spoken, courteous, and articulate
• collaborative ethos
• a passion for design, art, and the creative world
• command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Adobe InDesign
• the ability to act with discretion at all times
• intuition and the ability to free think and act with confidence
• flexibility and adaptability
• a positive and supportive attitude with a problem-solving mentality

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Working Hours are 9:30 am to 6 pm, with the possibility of working one day from home.