Office Manager Legal - Reed : Job Details

• Annual Salary: £25-35k depending on experience
• Location: Harrogate Town Centre
• Job Type: Full-time
• Interviews next week

We are seeking an Administration Manager to oversee and manage human resources, health & safety, and compliance administration. This role is crucial for maintaining the operational standards and ensuring the well-being and development of our staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of tasks from recruitment to compliance and building management.

• Human Resources & Health and Safety:
  • Manage recruitment and selection processes including advertising, application sifting, and interviewing.
  • Maintain contracts of employment and job descriptions for all staff.
  • Develop and implement effective induction and ongoing training systems, including evaluating training effectiveness.
  • Implement appraisal systems, monitor staff performance, and set goals through personal development plans.
  • Handle disciplinary procedures and arrange training courses for all staff.
  • Ensure compliance with the firm’s policies on Health and Safety, Quality Standards, and Equal Opportunities.
  • Conduct and update risk assessments regularly.
• Building Management:
  • Oversee building repairs, decorations, and cleaning.
  • Liaise with tradespersons for necessary repairs.
  • Manage procurement of new office equipment and maintenance contracts.
  • Develop and execute a repair and maintenance programme aligned with the annual budget.
  • Ensure regular testing of fire alarm systems and annual servicing of emergency equipment.
• Compliance Administration:
  • Review and recommend updates to communication systems.
  • Assist with client onboarding and file reviews.
  • Ensure adherence to compliance and anti-money laundering regulations.
  • Support the COLP and compliance partners in maintaining and updating relevant policies.

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• High regard for confidentiality.
• Experience in a legal environment.
• Essential knowledge of HR and Health & Safety.
• Knowledge of anti-money laundering compliance.

• Competitive salary range of £30K to £35K, depending on experience.
• Standard working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:00 with a 1.25-hour lunch break.
• 24 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays.
• Additional office closure during Christmas, requiring only 2 holiday days from employees.
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme.

Please apply today.