Job type
TemporaryLocation
ReadingWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
AdministratorsIndustry
Business or Management ConsultancyPay
£14-16p/h
Office Manager / PA
Office Manager / PA – Central Reading (No Parking) – Temp to Perm – £32,000
Are you an organised, proactive Office Manager / PA looking for your next opportunity in the heart of Reading? Our client is seeking a confident, adaptable individual to take ownership of the day‑to‑day running of a busy office while providing high‑quality PA support to senior leadership. This role is initially offered on a temporary basis with the strong potential to become permanent.
The Role
You’ll be the go‑to person for ensuring the office runs smoothly, supporting the team, and keeping operations efficient and professional. This is a varied position that blends office management, basic accounts support, and PA duties.
Key Responsibilities
Office Management
- Oversee daily office operations and act as the main point of contact for staff and visitors
- Manage office supplies, equipment, and supplier relationships
- Coordinate meeting rooms, facilities, and general office upkeep
- Support onboarding of new starters and maintain office policies and procedures
Basic Accounts Support
- Process invoices and expenses
- Assist with purchase orders and supplier payments
- Support the finance team with basic bookkeeping and data entry
- Maintain accurate records and help with month‑end preparation
PA Duties
- Provide diary management and scheduling support to senior leaders
- Arrange meetings, travel, and accommodation
- Prepare documents, reports, and presentations
- Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
About You
- Previous experience as an Office Manager or PA
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask
- Confident communicator who enjoys being the central hub of the office.
- Comfortable with basic accounts tasks and using MS Office
- Able to work on‑site in central Reading (please note: no parking available)
- Calm and able to operate in a busy environment
Salary & Benefits
- Temp to perm opportunity
- Permanent salary around £32,000
- Supportive team environment and a varied, rewarding role
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
