Office Manager & Personal Assistant
hace 2 días
Edinburgh
ABOUT QUEST CORPORATE LIMITED Quest Corporate Ltd. (Quest) is a leading Corporate Finance & Advisory boutique firm based in Edinburgh. With a track record of advising on over £2.0bn worth of transactions, our team brings decades of hands-on, multi-sector expertise to every deal. Quest differentiates itself through a unique, results-focused approach balancing sharp market intelligence with a genuine understanding of client specific needs. Quest is a lean, expert team where work directly impacts deals and drives real outcomes for clients. PURPOSE OF THE ROLE We are seeking an experienced Office Manager & PA to ensure the smooth operation of all Administration, Office & Facilities Management, IT & Communications, Marketing Administration, PA & Travel arrangements within the business. The successful candidate will be a highly organised, proactive, and resourceful professional who thrives in a fast-paced corporate finance environment. Roles include and are not limited to the following: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Office Management & Facilities Management • Ensure all areas of the building, both inside and out, are maintained in good condition and react to any emergency situations accordingly. • Coordinate the work of contractors for office maintenance and enhancements as and when required., • Interface with the local landlord’s agent on all property-related matters., • Negotiate all utilities contracts (gas, electricity, water) to secure the best terms for the business., • Ensure all safety certificates, PAT testing, smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and related compliance items are up to date. • Negotiate the best insurance policies for the building, Directors, Employee, and Employer liability., • Ensure all monthly supplier invoices are received, logged, and passed on to the accountant in a timely manner. • Create month-end breakdown of costs and invoices for each tenant and ensure the correct proportion of bills are recharged accordingly. • Arrange leases for new tenants as and when required, follow up on any renewal or expiry dates and liaise with lawyers where appropriate. • Assist new tenants with all building procedures and onboarding., • Ensure rent invoices are created and sent in a timely manner as per the Lease Agreement., • Liaise with tenants to resolve any potential issues with their occupied space., • Act as the first point of contact for visitors ensuring each meeting room space is clean, clutter-free and is well stocked. • Ensure the meeting room booking system is working correctly add and remove users as required., • Ensure reception and client-facing areas are maintained in a clean, tidy, and safe condition at all times., • Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure the office runs smoothly, taking care of office condition, supplies, and equipment. • Take inventory of office supplies and order replacements as needed. 2. Administration and Marketing Management • Act as Company Administrator for all online systems, including DocuSign, Dropbox, Adobe, LinkedIn and other platforms used by the business. • Negotiate and maintain all office contracts for equipment, IT, mobiles, telephones and related services., • Liaise with external IT support providers to ensure all areas of the IT network are protected and working efficiently. • Update and maintain internal systems, databases and spreadsheets., • Assist with new client onboarding to ensure KYC procedures are followed and all correct documentation is received, filed and signed off by the Directors. • Assist with the production of marketing presentations using established company styles and templates. • Assist with the development of Quest marketing content and posting such content on various professional media outlets. • Maintain and update the Quest company website., • Arrange internal and external meetings, including room bookings, catering and any required AV setup., • Deal with various phone and email enquiries, routing them to the correct person promptly., • Work closely with the Company accountant on financial administration matters. 3. PA & Travel Arrangements • Provide comprehensive PA, administrative and IT support to the Directors and staff across the business. • Arrange all required travel and accommodation for staff, including flights, hotels, transfers and detailed itineraries. • Assist and support the whole team in daily business operations, including general administrative support. • Assist the team with ad-hoc tasks and projects as needed. PERSON SPECIFICATION Basic Requirements • Educated to upper grade level standard, or with equivalent of 5 years’ office management and PA experience. • At least 2 years’ experience within a similar administration, PA, or office management role., • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously., • Confident with IT and proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)., • Excellent PA skills with demonstrated discretion and professionalism., • Effective time management skills with the ability to multi-task and follow up on multiple projects, working independently to complete agreed tasks. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Strict attention to detail, including the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and reviewing information. • Experience of working with third-party suppliers and contractors. Desirable • Previous experience within a corporate finance, consultancy, financial services, or professional advisory environment. • Familiarity with CRM platforms, DocuSign, Dropbox, Adobe, and marketing tools., • Experience managing social media accounts and website content management systems., • Experience coordinating corporate events and client hospitality., • Knowledge of KYC and client onboarding procedures and related systems., • Experience with tenant and lease management protocol. PACKAGE • Salary negotiable, commensurate with experience., • 25 days holiday per year., • Private health cover., • Company pension scheme., • Start date: beginning of June 2026., • Please note that this job is an office based role. HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates are invited to submit a current CV together with a covering letter outlining their suitability for the role to Joanna – Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.