Office Manager / PA to Directors Creative Design Agency Location: Purley, Surrey Salary: circa £45,000 DOE Hours: Monday Friday, 8:30am 5:00pm Are you an experienced Office Manager, Senior Office Coordinator, or Executive Assistant / PA looking for a highly autonomous role within a creative business environment? We are recruiting for a proactive and highly organised Office Manager / PA to Directors to take ownership of the smooth running of a busy creative design studio based in Purley, Surrey. This is a varied and fast-paced role combining office management, executive assistant support, facilities management, Health & Safety coordination, IT and systems administration, finance support, and operational assistance to the Directors. You will become the central point of contact for the studio, ensuring the business operates efficiently, professionally, and to a consistently high standard. Supported by a part-time Office Assistant, this role offers real autonomy and the opportunity to make a genuine impact across the business. About the Company We are a long-established creative packaging and brand design studio with over 35 years experience delivering impactful design solutions for leading retail and FMCG brands. Our studio combines creativity, technical excellence, and strategic thinking to deliver packaging that performs in highly competitive retail environments. We offer a collaborative, supportive, and fast-moving creative agency environment where innovation, quality, and attention to detail are highly valued. Key Responsibilities Office Management & Operations You will oversee the smooth running of the office and studio operations, acting as the central point of coordination for all internal services. This includes reception, visitor experience, meeting room management, office supplies, stock control, catering, cleaning, waste management, and internal events. You will also support the continuous improvement of office systems and processes. Facilities Management You will manage office maintenance, repairs, and supplier relationships, liaising with contractors, cleaners, service providers, and landlords. You will ensure office facilities such as security systems, CCTV, and air conditioning are maintained and compliant, while also supporting lease administration and landlord communications. Health & Safety You will act as Fire Marshal and First Aider for the business, maintaining Health & Safety documentation and policies. You will conduct risk assessments and workstation assessments, deliver inductions for new starters and freelancers, and ensure ongoing compliance with statutory requirements. IT & Systems Coordination You will coordinate onboarding and offboarding of IT equipment and user access, manage laptops, phones, software licences, and office systems, and log IT issues through to resolution. You will also maintain asset registers and user lists. Finance & Administration You will raise purchase orders, process supplier invoices, support monthly credit card reconciliation, assist with stock control and cost tracking, and provide general administrative support to the business. PA / Executive Support You will provide diary management, travel and accommodation arrangements for Directors, along with administrative, research, and reporting support. You will also assist with ad-hoc business tasks and property-related administration where required. About You To be successful in this Office Manager / PA role, you will have experience within a busy commercial or creative environment and enjoy taking full ownership of office operations. You will have a minimum of 4 years experience in Office Management, Executive Assistant, or senior office support roles, ideally supporting a business of 50+ employees. You will be highly organised with strong multitasking abilities, excellent communication skills, and a proactive, problem-solving mindset. You will be confident managing suppliers, office operations, and systems independently, with strong IT skills including Microsoft Office. You will also have experience improving processes and working efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Creative agency or design studio experience would be highly desirable, along with exposure to Health & Safety, ISO standards, or IT coordination. Why Join Us? This is a highly varied and autonomous Office Manager / PA position offering genuine responsibility and visibility within the business. You will work closely with senior leadership in a collaborative and supportive creative studio environment, with the opportunity to make a real impact across operations and business support functions.
May 28, 2026
Seasonal
Office Manager / PA to Directors Creative Design Agency Location: Purley, Surrey Salary: circa £45,000 DOE Hours: Monday Friday, 8:30am 5:00pm Are you an experienced Office Manager, Senior Office Coordinator, or Executive Assistant / PA looking for a highly autonomous role within a creative business environment? We are recruiting for a proactive and highly organised Office Manager / PA to Directors to take ownership of the smooth running of a busy creative design studio based in Purley, Surrey. This is a varied and fast-paced role combining office management, executive assistant support, facilities management, Health & Safety coordination, IT and systems administration, finance support, and operational assistance to the Directors. You will become the central point of contact for the studio, ensuring the business operates efficiently, professionally, and to a consistently high standard. Supported by a part-time Office Assistant, this role offers real autonomy and the opportunity to make a genuine impact across the business. About the Company We are a long-established creative packaging and brand design studio with over 35 years experience delivering impactful design solutions for leading retail and FMCG brands. Our studio combines creativity, technical excellence, and strategic thinking to deliver packaging that performs in highly competitive retail environments. We offer a collaborative, supportive, and fast-moving creative agency environment where innovation, quality, and attention to detail are highly valued. Key Responsibilities Office Management & Operations You will oversee the smooth running of the office and studio operations, acting as the central point of coordination for all internal services. This includes reception, visitor experience, meeting room management, office supplies, stock control, catering, cleaning, waste management, and internal events. You will also support the continuous improvement of office systems and processes. Facilities Management You will manage office maintenance, repairs, and supplier relationships, liaising with contractors, cleaners, service providers, and landlords. You will ensure office facilities such as security systems, CCTV, and air conditioning are maintained and compliant, while also supporting lease administration and landlord communications. Health & Safety You will act as Fire Marshal and First Aider for the business, maintaining Health & Safety documentation and policies. You will conduct risk assessments and workstation assessments, deliver inductions for new starters and freelancers, and ensure ongoing compliance with statutory requirements. IT & Systems Coordination You will coordinate onboarding and offboarding of IT equipment and user access, manage laptops, phones, software licences, and office systems, and log IT issues through to resolution. You will also maintain asset registers and user lists. Finance & Administration You will raise purchase orders, process supplier invoices, support monthly credit card reconciliation, assist with stock control and cost tracking, and provide general administrative support to the business. PA / Executive Support You will provide diary management, travel and accommodation arrangements for Directors, along with administrative, research, and reporting support. You will also assist with ad-hoc business tasks and property-related administration where required. About You To be successful in this Office Manager / PA role, you will have experience within a busy commercial or creative environment and enjoy taking full ownership of office operations. You will have a minimum of 4 years experience in Office Management, Executive Assistant, or senior office support roles, ideally supporting a business of 50+ employees. You will be highly organised with strong multitasking abilities, excellent communication skills, and a proactive, problem-solving mindset. You will be confident managing suppliers, office operations, and systems independently, with strong IT skills including Microsoft Office. You will also have experience improving processes and working efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Creative agency or design studio experience would be highly desirable, along with exposure to Health & Safety, ISO standards, or IT coordination. Why Join Us? This is a highly varied and autonomous Office Manager / PA position offering genuine responsibility and visibility within the business. You will work closely with senior leadership in a collaborative and supportive creative studio environment, with the opportunity to make a real impact across operations and business support functions.
Overview We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Facilities / Workplace Operations Specialist to join our team. This role is pivotal in ensuring our workplace operates efficiently, remains well-maintained, and provides a safe and welcoming environment for all. The successful candidate will support a variety of workplace tasks, including facilities administration, compliance checks, access control, stock management, and general studio operations. With an upcoming move, this role will also play a key part in preparation activities such as equipment tracking, audits, and coordination tasks. If you are detail-oriented, practical, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Key Responsibilities Facilities and Workplace Operations Health, Safety, and Compliance Support Access, Equipment, and Records Administration Stock and Supplies Helpdesk and Request Management Move and Project Support Qualifications Essential Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, and digital filing systems. Excellent attention to detail and accurate record-keeping. Highly organised and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple tasks. Clear and professional communication skills. Basic understanding of health and safety principles or willingness to learn. Desirable Experience with helpdesk or facilities management platforms. Previous experience in facilities, workplace operations, or office coordination. Familiarity with access control systems, stock control, or starter/leaver processes.
May 27, 2026
Full time
Overview We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Facilities / Workplace Operations Specialist to join our team. This role is pivotal in ensuring our workplace operates efficiently, remains well-maintained, and provides a safe and welcoming environment for all. The successful candidate will support a variety of workplace tasks, including facilities administration, compliance checks, access control, stock management, and general studio operations. With an upcoming move, this role will also play a key part in preparation activities such as equipment tracking, audits, and coordination tasks. If you are detail-oriented, practical, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Key Responsibilities Facilities and Workplace Operations Health, Safety, and Compliance Support Access, Equipment, and Records Administration Stock and Supplies Helpdesk and Request Management Move and Project Support Qualifications Essential Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, and digital filing systems. Excellent attention to detail and accurate record-keeping. Highly organised and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple tasks. Clear and professional communication skills. Basic understanding of health and safety principles or willingness to learn. Desirable Experience with helpdesk or facilities management platforms. Previous experience in facilities, workplace operations, or office coordination. Familiarity with access control systems, stock control, or starter/leaver processes.
Our client is looking for a tech-savvy person to join their office team and help shape how a growing London company uses technology day-to-day. This is a hands-on role where you'll learn fast, get involved in everything from AI to software development, and grow with the company. Our client is one of London's most trusted cleaning companies. They have completed over 500,000 cleans, serve thousands of customers, and they are investing in the technology behind the operation. Your attitude, curiosity and communication skills matter far more than years of experience. What you'll do: IT Support - First point of contact for office tech issues, PC maintenance, setting up new starters, and managing their external IT support provider. Software Development - Getting involved in live software projects: brainstorming ideas, discussing implementation with Developers, testing new features, helping shape product roadmaps, and contributing to a future website rebuild. AI and Automation - Spotting tasks that could be automated, building and testing AI tools that connect their internal systems, and training the team on how to use AI effectively. Data and Reporting - Helping management with one-off analysis requests such as profitability reviews, pricing and operational metrics. Subscriptions and Licences - Keeping a register of all their software, flagging anything unused. Cleaning Innovation - Researching new cleaning equipment and products, running trials with their teams. Office Admin - Ordering supplies, maintaining the coffee machines, organising Friday lunch. What they're looking for: Fluent English and Russian (written and spoken). You'll use both daily. Genuine enthusiasm for technology, AI and automation. Basic IT troubleshooting skills (Windows, Microsoft 365, common office hardware). Confident user of AI tools such as Claude, Perplexity or ChatGPT. Self-motivated, curious, and a fast learner. Familiarity with Power BI or Looker Studio is a plus, not a must. What our client offers: £30,000 to £36,000 depending on experience and aptitude. 28 days holiday. Stakeholder pension, private health insurance and health cash plan. A genuine path to grow into a senior technology role as the company scales. A friendly, multilingual office team with free fruit, drinks and regular team events. Full training provided. They want someone who can grow with them. The Basics Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm (37.5 hrs/week) Location: Office based - Woolwich Arsenal, SE18 6PF Start date: June 2026 (to be confirmed) Probation: 6 months Note: This is a fully office-based role. Applications from candidates seeking hybrid or remote working will not be considered. About Our Client Award-winning London cleaning company, founded in 2015. Corporate member of the British Institute of Cleaning Science, Living Wage Employer, Royal Greenwich Business Awards winner 2022, and rated in the top three cleaning companies in London by ThreeBestRated. Similar Roles: IT Support Co-ordinator; IT Administrator; Technology Co-ordinator; IT and Office Co-ordinator; IT Operations Assistant; Systems Co-ordinator; IT Support Analyst; Office Technology Co-ordinator; Graduate IT Role; IT and AI Co-ordinator
May 27, 2026
Full time
Our client is looking for a tech-savvy person to join their office team and help shape how a growing London company uses technology day-to-day. This is a hands-on role where you'll learn fast, get involved in everything from AI to software development, and grow with the company. Our client is one of London's most trusted cleaning companies. They have completed over 500,000 cleans, serve thousands of customers, and they are investing in the technology behind the operation. Your attitude, curiosity and communication skills matter far more than years of experience. What you'll do: IT Support - First point of contact for office tech issues, PC maintenance, setting up new starters, and managing their external IT support provider. Software Development - Getting involved in live software projects: brainstorming ideas, discussing implementation with Developers, testing new features, helping shape product roadmaps, and contributing to a future website rebuild. AI and Automation - Spotting tasks that could be automated, building and testing AI tools that connect their internal systems, and training the team on how to use AI effectively. Data and Reporting - Helping management with one-off analysis requests such as profitability reviews, pricing and operational metrics. Subscriptions and Licences - Keeping a register of all their software, flagging anything unused. Cleaning Innovation - Researching new cleaning equipment and products, running trials with their teams. Office Admin - Ordering supplies, maintaining the coffee machines, organising Friday lunch. What they're looking for: Fluent English and Russian (written and spoken). You'll use both daily. Genuine enthusiasm for technology, AI and automation. Basic IT troubleshooting skills (Windows, Microsoft 365, common office hardware). Confident user of AI tools such as Claude, Perplexity or ChatGPT. Self-motivated, curious, and a fast learner. Familiarity with Power BI or Looker Studio is a plus, not a must. What our client offers: £30,000 to £36,000 depending on experience and aptitude. 28 days holiday. Stakeholder pension, private health insurance and health cash plan. A genuine path to grow into a senior technology role as the company scales. A friendly, multilingual office team with free fruit, drinks and regular team events. Full training provided. They want someone who can grow with them. The Basics Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm (37.5 hrs/week) Location: Office based - Woolwich Arsenal, SE18 6PF Start date: June 2026 (to be confirmed) Probation: 6 months Note: This is a fully office-based role. Applications from candidates seeking hybrid or remote working will not be considered. About Our Client Award-winning London cleaning company, founded in 2015. Corporate member of the British Institute of Cleaning Science, Living Wage Employer, Royal Greenwich Business Awards winner 2022, and rated in the top three cleaning companies in London by ThreeBestRated. Similar Roles: IT Support Co-ordinator; IT Administrator; Technology Co-ordinator; IT and Office Co-ordinator; IT Operations Assistant; Systems Co-ordinator; IT Support Analyst; Office Technology Co-ordinator; Graduate IT Role; IT and AI Co-ordinator
We re looking for a tech-savvy person to join our office team and help shape how a growing London company uses technology day-to-day. This is a hands-on role where you ll learn fast, get involved in everything from AI to software development, and grow with the company. Cleaning Express is one of London s most trusted cleaning companies. We ve completed over 500,000 cleans, serve thousands of customers, and we re investing in the technology behind the operation. Your attitude, curiosity and communication skills matter far more than years of experience. What you ll do: IT Support First point of contact for office tech issues, PC maintenance, setting up new starters, and managing our external IT support provider. Software Development Getting involved in live software projects: brainstorming ideas, discussing implementation with Developers, testing new features, helping shape product roadmaps, and contributing to a future website rebuild. AI and Automation Spotting tasks that could be automated, building and testing AI tools that connect our internal systems, and training the team on how to use AI effectively. Data and Reporting Helping management with one-off analysis requests such as profitability reviews, pricing and operational metrics. Subscriptions and Licences Keeping a register of all our software, flagging anything unused. Cleaning Innovation Researching new cleaning equipment and products, running trials with our teams. Office Admin Ordering supplies, maintaining the coffee machines, organising Friday lunch. What we re looking for: Fluent English and Russian (written and spoken). You ll use both daily. Genuine enthusiasm for technology, AI and automation. Basic IT troubleshooting skills (Windows, Microsoft 365, common office hardware). Confident user of AI tools such as Claude, Perplexity or ChatGPT. Self-motivated, curious, and a fast learner. Familiarity with Power BI or Looker Studio is a plus, not a must. What we offer: £30,000 to £36,000 depending on experience and aptitude. 28 days holiday. Stakeholder pension, private health insurance and health cash plan. A genuine path to grow into a senior technology role as the company scales. A friendly, multilingual office team with free fruit, drinks and regular team events. Full training provided. We want someone who can grow with us. The Basics Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm (37.5 hrs/week) Location: Office based Woolwich Arsenal, SE18 6PF Start date: June 2026 (to be confirmed) Probation: 6 months Note: This is a fully office-based role. Applications from candidates seeking hybrid or remote working will not be considered. About Cleaning Express Award-winning London cleaning company, founded in 2015. Corporate member of the British Institute of Cleaning Science, Living Wage Employer, Royal Greenwich Business Awards winner 2022, and rated in the top three cleaning companies in London by ThreeBestRated. Similar Roles: IT Support Co-ordinator; IT Administrator; Technology Co-ordinator; IT and Office Co-ordinator; IT Operations Assistant; Systems Co-ordinator; IT Support Analyst; Office Technology Co-ordinator; Graduate IT Role; IT and AI Co-ordinator
May 23, 2026
Full time
We re looking for a tech-savvy person to join our office team and help shape how a growing London company uses technology day-to-day. This is a hands-on role where you ll learn fast, get involved in everything from AI to software development, and grow with the company. Cleaning Express is one of London s most trusted cleaning companies. We ve completed over 500,000 cleans, serve thousands of customers, and we re investing in the technology behind the operation. Your attitude, curiosity and communication skills matter far more than years of experience. What you ll do: IT Support First point of contact for office tech issues, PC maintenance, setting up new starters, and managing our external IT support provider. Software Development Getting involved in live software projects: brainstorming ideas, discussing implementation with Developers, testing new features, helping shape product roadmaps, and contributing to a future website rebuild. AI and Automation Spotting tasks that could be automated, building and testing AI tools that connect our internal systems, and training the team on how to use AI effectively. Data and Reporting Helping management with one-off analysis requests such as profitability reviews, pricing and operational metrics. Subscriptions and Licences Keeping a register of all our software, flagging anything unused. Cleaning Innovation Researching new cleaning equipment and products, running trials with our teams. Office Admin Ordering supplies, maintaining the coffee machines, organising Friday lunch. What we re looking for: Fluent English and Russian (written and spoken). You ll use both daily. Genuine enthusiasm for technology, AI and automation. Basic IT troubleshooting skills (Windows, Microsoft 365, common office hardware). Confident user of AI tools such as Claude, Perplexity or ChatGPT. Self-motivated, curious, and a fast learner. Familiarity with Power BI or Looker Studio is a plus, not a must. What we offer: £30,000 to £36,000 depending on experience and aptitude. 28 days holiday. Stakeholder pension, private health insurance and health cash plan. A genuine path to grow into a senior technology role as the company scales. A friendly, multilingual office team with free fruit, drinks and regular team events. Full training provided. We want someone who can grow with us. The Basics Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm (37.5 hrs/week) Location: Office based Woolwich Arsenal, SE18 6PF Start date: June 2026 (to be confirmed) Probation: 6 months Note: This is a fully office-based role. Applications from candidates seeking hybrid or remote working will not be considered. About Cleaning Express Award-winning London cleaning company, founded in 2015. Corporate member of the British Institute of Cleaning Science, Living Wage Employer, Royal Greenwich Business Awards winner 2022, and rated in the top three cleaning companies in London by ThreeBestRated. Similar Roles: IT Support Co-ordinator; IT Administrator; Technology Co-ordinator; IT and Office Co-ordinator; IT Operations Assistant; Systems Co-ordinator; IT Support Analyst; Office Technology Co-ordinator; Graduate IT Role; IT and AI Co-ordinator
Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment is hiring a Warehouse Operative for an exciting opportunity with a well-known company in their photography studio based in Darley Dale . This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone with DIY skills , warehouse experience , and a keen eye for detail. You ll be working closely with the photography team to help build sets, assemble flat-pack furniture, and move large items, contributing directly to high-quality product shoots. Job Benefits: £12.75 per hour Free on-site parking Monday to Friday 8:30am 5:00pm Work with a friendly, reputable, and well-recognised brand Key Responsibilities: Manual handling: lifting, moving and arranging large furniture pieces Flat-pack furniture assembly and disassembly Assisting in setting up photography sets and scenes Supporting photographers with day-to-day studio operations Performing general DIY tasks and light maintenance Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous warehouse, production, or labouring experience Comfortable with manual handling and physical work Basic DIY skills and ability to use hand tools A proactive and team-oriented attitude Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic Click Apply now and a member of the team will be in touch! Warehouse Operative, Manual Handling, Flat Pack Furniture, DIY, Labourer, Production Operative, Studio Assistant, Assembly Work, Furniture Warehouse, Photography Studio Support, Temporary Jobs Derbyshire, Darley Dale Jobs CHE01 Apply now
Oct 01, 2025
Seasonal
Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment is hiring a Warehouse Operative for an exciting opportunity with a well-known company in their photography studio based in Darley Dale . This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone with DIY skills , warehouse experience , and a keen eye for detail. You ll be working closely with the photography team to help build sets, assemble flat-pack furniture, and move large items, contributing directly to high-quality product shoots. Job Benefits: £12.75 per hour Free on-site parking Monday to Friday 8:30am 5:00pm Work with a friendly, reputable, and well-recognised brand Key Responsibilities: Manual handling: lifting, moving and arranging large furniture pieces Flat-pack furniture assembly and disassembly Assisting in setting up photography sets and scenes Supporting photographers with day-to-day studio operations Performing general DIY tasks and light maintenance Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous warehouse, production, or labouring experience Comfortable with manual handling and physical work Basic DIY skills and ability to use hand tools A proactive and team-oriented attitude Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic Click Apply now and a member of the team will be in touch! Warehouse Operative, Manual Handling, Flat Pack Furniture, DIY, Labourer, Production Operative, Studio Assistant, Assembly Work, Furniture Warehouse, Photography Studio Support, Temporary Jobs Derbyshire, Darley Dale Jobs CHE01 Apply now
