Office Manager
Location: Greater Manchester (initially Stockport, relocating to Manchester Science Park in mid-late 2026)
Contract: Full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Play a pivotal role in shaping the next chapter of one of the world's most valuable health research resources.
Our client is a globally significant biomedical database and research organisation, powering scientific breakthroughs that improve and save lives. As they prepare to move from their current site in Cheadle to a brand-new, purpose-built facility at Manchester Science Park (Greenheys), they are seeking an experienced Office Manager to support this major transition and ensure a world-class experience for staff, visitors, and stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of a period of transformation-supporting soft services, operational coordination, and the people-focused environment that enables the organisation's mission.
The Role
Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will be the central point of contact for all office operations across multiple locations. You'll ensure the workspace runs smoothly, provide exceptional visitor experiences, and lead the planning and execution of a major relocation to Manchester Science Park.
This is a hands-on, varied role requiring a proactive approach, excellent organisational skills, and the confidence to manage multiple stakeholders, suppliers, and priorities.
You will be responsible for:
Leading the transfer of office operations and staff from Stockport to Manchester during 2026, liaising closely with landlords and key stakeholders.
Managing all aspects of the office environment, including visitor management, meeting room logistics, catering arrangements, equipment provision, and cleaning/hygiene contracts.
Ensuring AV systems are fully operational and ready for daily meetings and events.
Overseeing a high-quality visitor journey for stakeholders, researchers, and partners, including those travelling from Oxford and other UK locations.
Building a strong working relationship with Manchester Science Park operators to ensure the organisation benefits from its vibrant community and that shared facilities (coffee shop, breakout areas, toilets, lifts, showers, etc.) remain to high standards.
Leading and supporting a small team to deliver a professional, customer-focused office environment.
About You
You'll be an organised, people-centred Office Manager who thrives in a complex, fast-moving environment and enjoys being the "go-to" person for operational excellence.
To succeed, you'll bring:
Experience managing office operations in a complex environment such as a hospital, clinic, laboratory, or similarly regulated setting.
Proven experience leading successful office relocations and supporting change.
Experience managing a busy city-centre office of 150+ employees.
Strong team leadership skills and the ability to deliver high-quality service across all touchpoints.
Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365, desk/room booking tools (e.g., Deskbird), and office coordination platforms.
Confidence setting up and supporting AV systems and general workplace technology.
Why Join?
Our client is committed to equality, diversity, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. From day one, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and work-life balance.
Benefits include:
26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
Holiday buy scheme (up to 1 additional week)
Birthday leave
USS pension scheme
Healthcare cash plan
Enhanced family leave (from day one)
Cycle to Work scheme
Season ticket loan
Professional subscriptions reimbursed
Annual learning budget
Free on-site gym
Subsidised canteen lunches
Free car parking
Employee discounts portal
Employee assistance programme
Annual flu vaccination
Life assurance cover
About Our Client
Our client manages the world's largest and most comprehensive biomedical database of its kind, containing anonymised genetic and health information from 500,000 UK participants. This resource fuels global research into serious diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and stroke, enabling groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
With over 350 staff across four UK sites, the organisation offers an inspiring, collaborative environment-working alongside leading biomedical scientists in a shared mission to improve public health.
Ready to help shape the future of a world-leading scientific organisation?
Apply now to become their next Office Manager
