Office Manager

Black Box Planning | Central Bristol | Full or Part-time | Up to £28k (Pro-rata)

We’re looking for an organised and proactive Office Manager to support the smooth running of our office at Black Box Planning; a dynamic property development consultancy based in the heart of Bristol. In this role, which is open to full- or part-time candidates, you’ll work closely with our directors and team, contributing to the business’s operations while supporting a positive and engaging workplace culture. If you're someone who thrives on variety, takes initiative, and is keen to help shape an efficient and vibrant work environment, this role could be a great fit for you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Keeping our office running smoothly by handling everything from invoices to office budgets
• Ordering stationery and managing day-to-day administrative tasks
• Organising company events, including transport and accommodation arrangements
• Developing and implementing initiatives to promote a positive workplace environment
• Ensuring policies are up to date and everyone’s on the same page
• Assisting with HR and finance tasks, administering payroll
• Liaising with staff, suppliers, and clients

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in an administrative role
• Proficiency with MS Office – especially Excel, Word, and Outlook
• A proactive, self-starter with strong organisational and time management skills
• An eye for detail with a friendly, can-do attitude
• Basic accounting knowledge & experience with Xero is a plus (but not required)
• Experience in the town planning sector is a bonus (but not essential)

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary of up to £28k (pro-rata)
• A dynamic, growing business with room to grow and develop alongside us
• A flexible and supportive working environment with the scope tailor your role
• There is some flexibility to work from home, but your primary place of work will be the office on King Street, where the team will benefit from your energy
• Additional time off between Christmas and New Year

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, we look forward to hearing from you. Please email gemma.peters@blackboxplanning[.]co[.]uk with your CV and a brief cover letter (250 words max.) explaining why you’d be a good fit for the role, and whether you’d like to apply on a full- or part-time basis with a minimum of 3 days.