Are you a business? Hire school office manager candidates in London
Duties: - Perform clerical tasks such as filing, photocopying, and organizing documents - Manage and maintain office supplies and inventory - Answer phone calls and direct them to the appropriate staff members - Greet and assist visitors in a professional and friendly manner - Assist with data entry and record keeping using various software programs. - Coordinate meetings and appointments, including scheduling, sending reminders, and preparing meeting materials - Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks, such as invoicing and accounts payable/receivable - Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent - Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software is preferred but not required - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently - This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in an office environment. If you meet the requirements listed above, we encourage you to apply for this position. - Job Type: Full-time - Salary: £25000- £28000 depending on experience - Expected hours: 40 per week - Schedule: Monday to Friday - Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred) - Work Location: In person, office based in oxford street.
Job Title: WK Events Manager Days/Hours This is a 18-22 hour/ 4 day a week role. You will work up to 45 hours in 'peak season' per week (roughly May-September) but off peak will be considerably less. 4-5 day working week as standard. Mondays off when weekend work is required. Event work can happen at irregular times! Location: SW18 based and other locations (on events) London locations + outside of London events travel Salary Offered £15ph (admin and small events) Up to £20ph (larger events) Reporting to: Ops Manager/ MD Requirements: Full UK Manual Driving License, Confident driver with various vehicles. OVERVIEW OF WELL KNEADED Company Overview Well Kneaded Ltd is a unique farm-table pizzeria, events company and Charity based in South West London. We serve an exciting and innovative seasonal menu of sourdough pizza, amazing pasta, locally-sourced salads, small plates and top quality drinks. We’ve won awards recognising our sustainable sourcing and supply chain, and are a charity because of our employment practices offering opportunities to young people who have faced barriers to employment. Well Kneaded has a great team culture and we’re committed to a supportive and enjoyable working environment for all our team. OVERVIEW OF EVENTS ROLE The events manager role combines client and on-event management with business development and event ops. It is a hands on role for someone who wants a great combination of management & office based work with practical on-event management. We have a busy calendar of weddings and events, especially from May- September but you will help us fill that all year round. You will be able to hit the ground running, making sure our events setups outfits look the part, are well organised, and are health and safety compliant. The events we cater span weddings, birthdays, street parties, festivals, in-house pizzeria events and corporate workshops (more recently) and more. You will be responsible for creating the amazing Well Kneaded experience ‘off-site’. A key part of your role will be clear communication with the head chef at the pizzeria and the event teams, in order that events operations are well planned and smoothly executed. The role requires your high capacity for planning and organisation.! You will be strategic and able to quickly understand the bigger operational picture of Well Kneaded for diary management and coordination, and will be an excellent team player and motivator. You will be a natural problem solver, managing both client and team expectations with an energetic flair, in the lead up to an event, and also the wind down. Responsibilities PRIMARY - Being the first point of contact for all event enquiries, responding promptly and clearly communicating how Well Kneaded can provide great food to employ great people for a greater planet and converting those enquiries into bookings. - Clarify with the client and put in place specific requirements for event logistics and staffing. - -Maintain clear records of past and upcoming events and pro-actively communicate these with accountants & internal team when needed. - Responsible for execution of our events work in line with WK Vision & values to give our clients the best events experience (internally and externally) in London including developing relationships with new venues/ clients and working with online platforms to market our events offerings. - -Maintain WK Events storage areas, including the WK lockup and any areas used in the pizzeria. - Responsibility for health and hygiene and food safety procedure on events, ensuring 100% operationally safe events, and that all events team are trained and prepared in this. This includes responsibility for regular maintenance of all events set up - -Weekly meetings with Events/Ops team to discuss anything events based. - -Manual handling of events equipment and food - SECONDARY - Grow our KERB opportunities as well as our regular client database and communications/ marketing strategy. - Take responsibility for events P&L (after 6 months in role) - Develop marketing materials (alongside ops & marketing manager) including promotions for events offerings in order to retain and grow events stakeholders (clients, venues, tasting participants, potential partnerships with local schools/ mums groups/venues, etc) - Weekly meetings with Head of Food to develop events offerings where you see gaps, within budget - If capacity, develop and market downstairs basement kitchen and/or garden for pizzeria private events together with Ops Manager and head of front of house. - Add posts directly to Instagram/ Facebook that are pertinent to events/ the team and also the pizzeria if required. - Position Type - Event role has possibility to be a job share between a senior event manager and events coordinator where the events manager has overall oversight & a focus on driving growth and coordinator has on-event/ day to day ops focus. This means role could be 2-2.5 days/ week. - EXPECTATIONS & LIMITING FACTORS - Be able to handle emergencies and last-minute changes of plan under pressure. - There is an event-staff holiday freeze in July (No holiday can be taken in July due to the full nature of the WK calendar) - The nature of the job involves a lot of weekend and evening work, so days off are generally Sundays and Mondays, with one full weekend off per month (except June/July). In quieter seasons there will be more flexibility on this. - Being able to confidently drive a manual vehicle - PERSON SPECIFICATION - The Events Manager will be committed to the Well Kneaded vision and values, with a keen interest in sustainable food and amazing event creation and will have the following: - Previous experience in events or managing/ leading a team. Including examples of responsibility for running events from start to finish. - Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Powerpoint - Confident to take initiative and is pro-active in project and event management. Is as good at starting a project as well as is at finishing it, and feeding back in. - Highly organised and excellent at planning. - At least an active interest in sustainability - English; strong in both written & verbal communication, if not your first language - UK Drivers License - confident to drive multiple vehicles including a vintage van. - Strong relational skills PERKS/ BENEFITS/ HOLIDAY - 29 days holiday (statutory plus an extra for your birthday) + sick pay + pension (holiday increases 1 days/ year worked with WK after year 2, up to 4 extra days) pro rata if not full time. - 6-8 weekly reviews with line manager. - Friends and family discount (20% off bill when you eat in with f&f) - Christmas day & Easter Sunday off - If full time- Management/ Leadership training plus up to 2 team days per year Free delicious food - Being part of a team who champions each other. - 2 Complimentary tickets per year for friends and family to in-house events - Seeing transformation in the lives of young people - Pension contribution and sick pay Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Freelance Pay: £15.00-£20.00 per hour Additional pay: Yearly bonus Benefits: Additional leave Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime Paid volunteer time Sick pay Store discount Work from home Schedule: 10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: South West London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Event Management or Leadership: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: UK FULL MANUAL DRIVING LICENSE (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in South West London Expected start date: 06/01/2025
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Office Assistant to join our team. The Office Assistant will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of daily administrative tasks. Responsibilities include managing employee timesheets, processing invoices, handling billing activities, and maintaining client records. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in office software tools. Key Responsibilities: - Accurately manage and maintain employee timesheets. - Prepare, review, and process invoices and billing statements. - Assist with client management, including maintaining up-to-date records and correspondence. - Provide general administrative support, such as scheduling, data entry, and filing. - Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to billing and documentation. Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent; additional certifications in office management are a plus. - Proficiency in MS Office Suite and billing software. - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. - Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
No5 Dining Lounge, a high-end restaurant located in the heart of North London, is seeking a skilled receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and customer service skills, a friendly and welcoming demeanour, and a passion for the hospitality industry. Responsibilities: Greet guests as they arrive at the restaurant, pNo5 Dining Lounge, a high-end restaurant located in the heart of North London, is seeking a skilled receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and customer service skills, a friendly and welcoming demeanor, and a passion for the hospitality industry. Responsibilities: Greet guests as they arrive at the restaurant, providing a warm and friendly welcome Manage reservations and seating arrangements, ensuring that guests are seated in a timely and efficient manner Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries regarding menu items, reservations, and other restaurant-related questions Provide guests with information about the restaurant and its offerings, including menus, specials, and promotions Handle guest complaints and resolve issues in a professional and courteous manner Maintain a clean and organized reception area, ensuring that menus and promotional materials are stocked and readily available Work closely with restaurant staff to ensure a seamless guest experience Perform administrative duties such as data entry, filing, and scheduling appointments as needed Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Proven experience as a receptionist or in a similar customer service role Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and multitasking abilities Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously A friendly and welcoming demeanor with a passion for providing exceptional customer service Knowledge of basic computer applications such as MS Office and reservation management software is preferred (Sevenrooms).
Job Title: E-commerce Assistant Location: South West London Job Type: Full-time / Part-time --- About Us: MI.BA. ITALIAN FOOD SERVICE is an Import & Distributor of Italian Food., we are dedicated to providing top-quality products to our customers. We are about to launch our brand-new E-commerce online. We strive to create an exceptional online shopping experience and are now looking for an organized, detail-oriented E-commerce Assistant to help us grow and optimize our online presence. --- Job Summary: As an E-commerce Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting our e-commerce operations. This includes managing product listings, assisting with inventory control, coordinating marketing campaigns, handling customer inquiries, and providing general administrative support. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in e-commerce, be highly organized, and have a good understanding of online retail trends. Key Responsibilities: Product Listing Management: Create, update, and optimize product listings on our website and third-party marketplaces (e.g., Amazon, eBay). Ensure accurate product information, descriptions, and images. Inventory and Order Management: Monitor inventory levels, assist in stock replenishment, and manage the order fulfillment process. Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams as needed. Customer Support: Respond promptly to customer inquiries through email, chat, and phone. Address issues such as order status, product information, and returns. Data Analysis: Track and report on sales, website performance, and customer behavior using analytics tools. Provide insights to improve website performance and sales conversion rates. Marketing Support: Assist with e-commerce marketing campaigns, such as email newsletters, social media, and promotions. Collaborate with the marketing team to optimize content and engagement. Competitor Research: Conduct research on competitor products, pricing, and market trends to keep our product offerings competitive. General Administrative Tasks: Handle day-to-day tasks, coordinate with other departments, and support the e-commerce manager with various projects as needed. --- Requirements: Education: High school diploma or equivalent (required); associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field (preferred). Experience: 1-2 years of experience in e-commerce, online retail, customer service, or digital marketing. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and basic familiarity with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon Seller Central). Analytical Skills: Comfortable analyzing data and reporting on e-commerce metrics. Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally with customers and team members. Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a fast-paced environment. Team Player: Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. --- Why Join Us? Growth Opportunities: Opportunity to advance your career in e-commerce within a growing company. Dynamic Work Environment: Work with a passionate and collaborative team. Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts on our product offerings. Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote and hybrid options available. --- MI.BA. ITALIAN FOOD SERVICE is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.