Office Managers are the backbone of every company. They are instrumental in making sure everything in the office runs smoothly on a daily basis, which means ensuring office equipment is maintained, all records are up to date, whilst carrying out several administrative jobs. Office Managers typically meet and greet visitors so being personable and well-presented is a must.
Office Manager job description
An Office Manager job description generally includes the following requirements for the role:Ordering office suppliesGreeting company visitorsDeveloping and implementing new administrative systemsSupervising personnelSetting up appointments, conferences and managing meeting roomsManaging office expenditure and budgetsTesting technical systems (company dependent)Possibly undertaking accounting responsibilities (company dependent)Possibly managing the social media channels of the company (company dependent)
Office Manager job qualifications and requirements
Although a degree isn’t vital f or an Office Manager role, the following qualifications can be presented as advantageous to the job on offer:Business StudiesInformation Technology/ComputingManagementHuman ResourcesDuties of an Office Manager should also emphasise the following traits:Excellent organisational skillsTime management skillsGood computing skillsCapacity to prioritise and delegate tasksCharismatic and well-presented at all times due to the high level of interaction with external visitors
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The candidate has little or no prior experience in the position and is still developing relevant skills.
50th Percentile
88500
The candidate has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.
75th Percentile
101000
The candidate has above-average experience, has most or all the necessary skills and may have specialised qualifications.
Salary range based on three percentiles
The starting salaries represent gross yearly salaries. They do not include bonuses, benefits or superannuation.
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