Workplace/Facilities Manager - Prestigious Law Firm

Workplace/Facilities Manager - (Prestigious Law Firm)

The firm

This long-established law firm has been advising businesses and individuals for several years, supporting clients across a broad range of UK and international sectors. Its client base includes prominent owner-managed businesses, leading property companies, and fast-growing entrepreneurial ventures. The firm's core focus is helping clients achieve their commercial objectives, whatever shape their business takes.

About the role:

As Workplace Services Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day delivery of workplace services across the firm (excluding Front of House). You'll play a key strategic and operational role in ensuring the workplace runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently, while driving continuous improvement.

You will report into the Head of Front of House & Workplace Services and work closely with IT, Property and Facilities leadership.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Delivering the strategic vision for workplace services

Ensuring exceptional service for internal stakeholders

Managing workplace functions: mailroom, reprographics, records, floor support

Overseeing property services coordination and supplier relationships

Managing offsite transcription/document production contracts

Leading on health & safety compliance and emergency procedures

Supporting office moves, refurbishments, and change projects

Leading, developing, and motivating a multi-skilled team

Supporting budgets, benchmarking, and contract negotiations

Required skills:

• Proven experience in workplace, facilities, or operational management
• Background in legal environment
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing both in-house teams & vendors
• Strong contract and supplier management expertise
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Robust understanding of health & safety (IOSH/NEBOSH required)
• Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused

Desirable:

• Experience with workplace technology tools
• Exposure to office moves or workplace transformation projects
• Professional qualifications (e.g., IWFM)

Reward:

This is an opportunity to have a significant impact on the operational success of a highly respected firm, working as part of a supportive leadership team with a clear strategy for innovation and growth. The firm is deeply committed to equal opportunities and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can excel.

Salary will be circa £65,000 depending on experience, plus Full Benefits.

Application Process:

To apply for this role, please submit your CV. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within 72 hours, please assume your application has not been successful.

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