Job description
BlueOptima’s vision is to become the global reference for the optimisation of the performance of Software Engineers across all industries. We provide industry-leading objective metrics in software development. We enable large organisations to deliver better software, faster and at lower cost, with technology that pushes the limits of what has been done before.
We promote an open minded environment and encourage our employees to create their own success story in this high performance environment.
We currently are a company of 5 office locations, with headquarters in London and additional offices in India, Mexico and the US. A total number of 140+ employees from 24 different nationalities.
Job summary:
We are seeking an experienced Office Manager to join our team in London. As our Office Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our office and supporting the daily activities of our employees from providing snacks, organising socials to ensuring that everyone has a working laptop. You will also be responsible for remote support of our offices in Mexico and the US and collaborate on global projects with the operations team in India. This is a part-time opportunity (20 hrs per week).
Responsibilities and tasks:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the office, including managing supplies, equipment, and facilities
- Maintain a clean, organised, and professional work environment
- Managing operational side of the IT locally, including managing hardware stock in the office and basic troubleshooting of technical issues with the remote support of our IT team
- Manage office budgets, expenses, and vendor relationships
- Manage travel arrangements for the company
- Assist with employees onboarding, offboarding process
- Organise company events, including holiday parties, team-building activities, and other social events
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies
- Leading projects like renting out free space in our offices in London and Phoenix
What You Need to Succeed at BlueOptima:
- 3+ years of experience in office management or related field that requires organisation and strong sense of ownership
- Excellent organisational and multitasking skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic experience managing operational side of IT
- Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively
- Experience managing budgets and expenses
- Strong attention to detail
Good to have
- Knowledge of HR policies and procedures and/ or IT
- Proficiency in Excel
Additional Information
Why join our team?
Culture and Growth:
- Global team with a creative, innovative and welcoming mindset.
- Rapid career growth and opportunity to be an outstanding and visible contributor to the company's success.
- Freedom to create your own success story in a high performance environment.
- Training programs and Personal Development Plans for each employee
Benefits:
- 32 days of holidays - this includes public and religious holidays
- Modern office at Elephant and Castle
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Work From Home assistance and equipment budget
- Flexible Work from Home policy - 2 days home p/w
- Flexible Work from Long Distance - 4 weeks a year
- 12 Weeks Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Free drinks and snacks in the office
- Frequent team socials, pizza & ping-pong tournaments at the office
- International travel opportunities
- High-quality equipment (Ergonomic chairs and 32’ screens)
Salary:
Base: £17,000 - £21,500 annually for a part-time scope
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