Office Manager; Part Time

OFFICE MANAGER – CITY LAW FIRM (PART TIME) BIRMINGHAM

My client, a boutique law firm based in Birmingham are looking for an Office & Facilities Manager on a part time basis (20-25 hours per week).

The OM will be responsible for the effective day-to-day management of all four offices (London, Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham) leading on compliance, supplier management, ESG initiatives, and employee experience.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of all offices.
• Ensure compliance with UK health & safety law, fire safety, environmental standards, and landlord/lease obligations.
• Lead on business continuity planning and test security protocols regularly.
• Lead space planning, hybrid working adaptations, and office moves/fit-outs.
• Deliver sustainability and environmental improvements, including energy efficiency and waste reduction.
• Support employee wellbeing through ergonomic (DSE) assessments for office and home working setups.
• Manage facilities suppliers, contracts, and associated budgets.
• Drive value through supplier relationships while ensuring quality of service.
• Partner with IT and HR to ensure offices support productivity and wellbeing.
• Contribute to planning and execution of company-wide events, including annual employee and legal conferences.
• Oversee office provisions (including refreshments and supplies).
• Champion accessibility, inclusivity, and sustainability in workplace practices.

• Proven track record in facilities management across multiple sites, ideally within professional services.
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation, fire safety, and environmental standards.
• Experience managing budgets, suppliers, and service contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to lead workplace projects (e.g. office moves, refurbishments).
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to influence and partner across functions.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience embedding sustainability and ESG practices in the workplace.
• Knowledge of hybrid working and office design trends.
• Strong event coordination experience within a corporate environment.