Office Manager job at Earls Colne Full Time NEW

Office Manager

Earls Colne, Colchester
Monday to Friday – Office Based

We are looking for an experienced and driven Office Manager to join our growing team in Earls Colne. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading people, and is passionate about operational excellence and team performance.

As Office Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day running of the business, supporting multiple departments, and helping drive continued growth and success across the company.

The Role

You’ll be the operational hub of the office, ensuring everything runs smoothly while leading, motivating, and supporting the wider team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting clear KPIs and performance targets aligned with company objectives
• Managing and overseeing the:
• Relationship & Account Management Team
• Sales Progression Team
• Estate Management Team
• Property Sales Team
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing team members to maximise performance
• Creating a collaborative, positive, and high-performing office culture
• Conducting regular team meetings and performance reviews
• Leading Senior Management Team (SMT) meetings and reporting on business performance, strategy, and initiatives
• Working closely with internal departments to streamline processes and improve efficiencies
• Overseeing Estate Management services to ensure exceptional service delivery
• Identifying and implementing operational improvements to enhance workflow and reduce turnaround times
• Monitoring sales and operational performance metrics and reporting insights to senior leadership
• Producing forecasts, reports, and strategic recommendations using data-driven analysis
• Managing staff workflow and resource allocation effectively
• Ensuring all activities comply with industry regulations and company policies
• Promoting ethical and compliant business practices while mitigating operational risk
• Keeping up to date with legal and regulatory changes affecting probate property sales

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A confident and experienced people manager
• Highly organised with excellent leadership skills
• Commercially aware and results-driven
• Able to manage multiple departments and priorities effectively
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• A strong communicator with a proactive and hands-on approach
• Experienced in property, estate agency, estate management, or related sectors (preferred)

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Competitive commission structure
• Pension contributions
• Birthday day off
• Additional annual leave after 3 years’ service
• Regular team socials and client events
• Annual Summer and Christmas parties
• On-site parking
• Supportive, professional, and ambitious working environment

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact, lead a fantastic team, and grow with a forward-thinking business, we’d love to hear from you.

Pay: Up to £50,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person