Office Manager, UK

  • DFL
  • Feb 17, 2025
Full time Administration

Job Description

Company Description

We're the world's leading sports technology company, at the intersection between sports, media, and betting. More than 1,700 sports federations, media outlets, betting operators, and consumer platforms across 120 countries rely on our know-how and technology to boost their business.

Job Description

OFFICE MANAGER, UK

LOCATION: London

JOB TYPE: Permanent

SITE SIZE: Approx. 330 FTE

REPORTING TO: Operations Team, whilst liaising closely with People Advisory Team

OVERVIEW:

As the Office Manager, UK, you will be responsible for the oversight and effective operational management and coordination of Sportradar's office in London, ensuring that centrally developed plans and processes have localised feedback loops for successful implementation.

You will lead the office and facilities management function within the UK, liaising with various stakeholders to ensure the efficient delivery of services and facilities to support the organization's goals. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong leadership abilities, and deep knowledge of Facilities and Health and Safety practices and compliance regulations.

THE CHALLENGE:

  1. Location Office Leadership: Act as a local point of contact for office management/leadership (e.g. People, Legal, Tax, Compliance, Audit, Data Security etc.). Liaise with local People Team and C level stakeholders to lead Office(s) for the location in scope. Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the office function, ensuring safety and functionality of facilities, office Health & Safety, office budget, property management, and landlord relations.
  2. Facilities Management: Ensure all facilities are fit for use, maintained, and compliant with Security, Risk, and Health and Safety regulations. Liaise with and project manage third-party contractors/vendors/suppliers to ensure works are efficiently completed. Maintain ongoing contracts and agreements with third parties.
  3. Office Compliance, Risk Management & Health & Safety: Ensure effective management and implementation of office operations, taking into account local cultural, legal, compliance, and health and safety requirements. Maintain relevant policies and records to ensure staff safety.
  4. Finance Support: Responsible for location invoice and expenses review and approvals, maintain and track location budget, and manage local credit card on the banking system.
  5. Office Attendance: Lead on tracking local office attendance in line with Company policy. Organise events and initiatives to ensure office attendance engagement while maintaining a positive culture.
  6. General Office Management: Ensure smooth welcoming of visitors, clients, and contractors. Be responsible for cleanliness of the office and catering. Communicate updates and protocols to employees in a timely manner.

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. Responsibilities may change based on organizational needs and the evolution of the role.

YOUR PROFILE:

  • Health & Safety Certification i.e. NEBOSH or equivalent.
  • Extensive experience within the Facilities/Office Management field.
  • Deep knowledge of facilities and office best practices, Health & Safety laws, and regulations specific to the country.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong negotiation skills to ensure the best agreements with third-party suppliers.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant Office/Facilities/Health & Safety software applications.
  • This role may require occasional out of hours support to deal with any office incidents.
  • English fluent; Additional languages considered a plus.

Additional Information

At Sportradar, we celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. Sportradar is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria) - we believe skills evolve over time. If you're willing to learn and grow with us, we invite you to join our team!