Office Manager

NFUonline; City of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading farming organization is seeking an Office Manager for a 12-month fixed-term position based in central London. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills, ensuring efficient office operations and supporting department heads. This role offers a salary ranging from £40,000 to £42,000 annually, along with generous benefits including flexible leave and health plans.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Company-funded health cash plan

Enhanced parental leave

Access to interest-free loans

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience managing office environments.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong communication skills with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient running of the office.
• Support Head of External Affairs with budget reporting.
• Handle departmental invoices and provide secretarial support.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Office Manager

Based in Westminster, London – 12-month fixed term contract (maternity cover), 35 hours per week, 8:00‑16:00 with flexibility as required.

Salary: £40,000 – £42,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.

We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic Office Manager with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills to join our busy London office. You will stay calm and well organised under pressure and have excellent attention to detail. As the Office Manager in the NFU’s London office, you will be the first point of contact for visitors, including senior internal, external and political stakeholders. You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient running of the office, supporting the Head of External Affairs with budget reporting, handling departmental invoices, and providing secretarial support for the Head of External Affairs and the External Affairs team.

Company: NFU – National Farmers’ Union, the biggest farming organisation in the UK, representing more than 44,000 farming and growing businesses. Its purpose is to champion British agriculture and horticulture, campaign for a stable and sustainable future for farmers, and secure the best possible deal for its members.

Benefits:

• Generous holiday allowance (starting at 25 days a year + Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days pro rata with length of service), plus 1 annual Christmas company day.
• Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave.
• Company‑funded health Cashplan.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave.
• Performance‑related pay.
• Competitive Pension and Life assurance.
• Access to interest‑free loans for cars, bikes, season tickets and driving lessons.
• Employee Assistance program to help you deal with life’s challenges.
• Discounts on a range of new vehicles, holiday rentals, wellbeing and lifestyle and many more.
• Attractive, modern office in central London.

We’re committed to recruiting a diverse and highly‑talented workforce. We’ll support you by providing extensive learning and development opportunities, and building a career that balances professional ambitions with personal commitments, including flexible work options.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible – if we find the right person, we reserve the right to withdraw this advert and close applications early.