Office Manager (Maternity Cover)

About the roleWe are seeking an organised, proactive and enthusiastic Office Manager to join our team immediately on a full-time basis for a one-year maternity cover contract. We work in a hybrid environment, with an expectation of being in the office two to three days per week. Applicants must be eligible to work in Ireland until 31 December 2027.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the office, providing administrative support to the team, coordinating schedules, and ensuring that office activities operate smoothly and efficiently.This is a varied position suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership, is comfortable managing competing priorities and works well as part of a team. It also offers the opportunity to build project management and project coordination experience.

There may be an opportunity to remain with the organisation beyond the maternity cover period in an Assistant Project Manager role.Key responsibilitiesOversee the day-to-day organisation and smooth running of the officeProvide administrative and operational support to the wider teamCoordinate diaries, meetings, schedules and team activitiesMonitor priorities and follow up on actions to support timely completionMaintain accurate records, documents and general office informationAct as a helpful and professional point of contact for colleagues and other stakeholdersSupport project coordination activities, deadlines and deliverables as requiredIdentify practical ways to improve office organisation and efficiencyExperience and skills requiredPrevious experience in an office management, administration or team support role in a professional services, consultancy or similar office environmentExperience managing the day-to-day organisation of an office or busy working environmentStrong administrative, organisational and time-management skillsExperience coordinating diaries, meetings and schedulesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate workThe ability to manage several priorities and respond effectively when requirements changeA proactive approach, with the confidence to take ownership and identify what needs to be doneGood interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a teamCompetence in Microsoft Office or Microsoft 365, particularly Outlook, Word and ExcelAn interest in developing project management and project coordination skillsDesirable experience:Previous experience supporting projects or project teamsExperience coordinating project activities, deadlines or deliverablesExposure to project management tools, processes or methodologiesQualifications:Relevant administrative, office management or project coordination experience is more important than formal qualifications.

A project management qualification or relevant training would be an advantage, but is not essential.