Role overview
The Office Manager is a professional involved in the management and administration of a company. They play an important role in the day-to-day running of the business. They are responsible for managing facilities and equipment, procuring office supplies, managing service contracts and supervising administrative staff.
The aim of this function is to ensure effective coordination and optimum management of resources between all the company's departments. It therefore works closely with the other departments.
In terms of hierarchy, the Office Manager is generally below senior management, such as the CEO or Managing Director, but above administrative staff.
The job of Office Manager is not exactly the same in all companies, the tasks vary and depend on the size and structure of the company. In a small company, they may be responsible for all administrative functions, while in a large company, they will manage a team of administrative professionals.
The Office Manager is a versatile and essential professional. His or her responsibilities may be varied, but they are all focused on managing and optimising resources to enable the company to achieve its objectives and to ensure the smooth running of the business.