Office Manager

Job Title: Office Manager

Location: Tygervalley/Plattekloof

We’re looking for an experienced and proactive Office Manager to join our fast-paced Cape Town team and take ownership of the day-to-day running of the office.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for ensuring the office operates smoothly and providing a high level of support to colleagues and stakeholders.

Key Office Management Responsibilities

  • Oversee the daily running of the office, including facilities, equipment, workspace and office supplies
  • Manage vendors, suppliers and service providers, including performance, contracts and renewals
  • Coordinate meetings, bookings, visitors and executive visits, including across different time zones
  • Manage the office budget, purchase orders, expenses and invoice reconciliation
  • Support new starter onboarding and inductions, including workspace, access and equipment
  • Act as the main point of contact for office-related queries
  • Ensure Health & Safety requirements are maintained, including inspections, first aid and fire safety
  • Maintain office policies, records and support POPIA/data protection compliance
  • Assist with business continuity and site resilience, including power, connectivity and access disruptions
  • Coordinate office projects and ensure actions are followed through to completion

Ideally, You’ll Have:

  • 7+ years’ experience as an Office Manager or in a similar role
  • Experience managing vendors, suppliers and service providers
  • Strong administrative, organisational and communication skills
  • Experience with budgets, purchase orders and invoice reconciliation
  • Health & Safety knowledge within a commercial office environment
  • Experience supporting UK or US-headquartered businesses across different time zones would be advantageous
  • Exposure to POPIA, SAMTRAC, First Aid or Fire Marshal certification would be beneficial
  • A hands-on, self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently

📍 Location: Cape Town | Office-based
🕘 Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm

If you’re a proactive, solutions-focused self-starter who enjoys taking ownership and keeping a busy office running efficiently, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch to find out more!

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