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Office Manager

  • Location: Halesworth
  • Salary: £40000 - £50000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Sector: Office Support
  • Contact: Katie Dobson
  • Contact Email: k.dobson@select.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 01603 615511
  • Job Ref: SF64108
Office Manager/Senior PA (Permanent, Full-Time)

Location: Near Halesworth, Suffolk
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (Based on Proven Experience)
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (40 hours per week)
Annual Leave: 25 days per year
 
About My Client
Renowned for professionalism, discretion, and long-term client relationships, my client operates from a well-organised Suffolk office, supporting both global activity and UK-based business operations. They are currently looking for a highly experienced Office Manager or Senior level Personal Assistant/Executive Assistant to help support them with the smooth running of the office.
 
The Role
The Office Manager role will be on a permanent, full-time basis.  A varied and hands-on position that requires a professional with proven experience as a Personal Assistant (PA) or Executive Assistant (EA), combined with strong office management skills. The successful candidate will oversee office administration, coordinate international travel, and provide high-level executive support in a small, professional team.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Executive & PA Support
  • Provide confidential PA/EA support, including diary management, correspondence, and document preparation.
  • Organise complex international and UK travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, visas, and transport.
  • Prepare detailed itineraries and manage expense reports.
  • Liaise professionally with senior clients, partners, and international contacts.
Office & Business Administration
  • Manage the smooth running of the office, including systems, supplies, and general administration.
  • Create and monitor client invoices and support basic bookkeeping
  • Maintain electronic filing systems and ensure IT and telecoms operate efficiently.
Administrative & Project Support
  • Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and business correspondence.
  • Support website and social media updates.
  • Provide ad hoc administrative and project assistance as required.
The Ideal Candidate
  • MUST HAVE proven experience as a PA, EA, or Office Manager who has supported at a Senior level.
  • Strong organisational, administrative, and time management skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Teams) and general IT systems
  • Discreet, reliable, and professional in handling confidential matters.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Confident managing multiple priorities and working independently.
  • Experience liaising with international stakeholders is highly desirable.
What’s on Offer
  • Competitive salary of up to £50,000 per annum.
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Due to rural location driving licence is essential
  • Permanent, full-time position.
  • Opportunity to work in a professional, discreet, and international business environment.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter highlighting your PA/EA and office management experience to Katie Dobson at Select Recruitment.