Office Manager

Aurora Energy Research

. Act as the main point of contact for all office-related queries .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeCape Town • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in office management, operational coordination, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Proficient in managing supplier relationships, budgeting, and providing administrative support in a fast-paced environment.

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Office ManagementOperational CoordinationBudget ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementProject Management

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Hard Skills

Microsoft OfficeDatabase ManagementFinancial ReportingOffice Move ManagementReport Drafting

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsMultitasking

Tools & Technologies

MS PowerPointExcelWordOutlook

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesLocal Employment LawOperational RoleInternational CompanyConsulting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the main point of contact for all office-related queries
Oversee the day-to-day running of the office
Manage office space and infrastructure planning, including office moves and desk/workstation layouts
Ensure compliance with local health and safety regulations and company policies
Represent Core in the local office and support central processes
Triage and refer queries to relevant Core departments
Identify and fulfil office supply and equipment needs
Cultivate and manage supplier relationships
Manage and report on the budget for local office activities and purchasing
Provide administrative support to the local office, senior management, and wider Business Infrastructure and Operations team
Schedule appointments and meetings, book travel, print materials, and ship packages
Define and maintain local office policies in line with company procedures
Report to the Head of Business Infrastructure and Operations, EMEA

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience in an international company in an operational role, ideally in a professional services industry
Relevant experience across multiple operational disciplines, ideally in project management, finance, consulting, start-ups, or other relevant industry track
Attention to detail, excellent coordination, time management and organisational skills
Ability to draft correspondence and produce well-presented reports, guidance, and instructions
Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships at all levels
Ability to manage a varied workload, multitask, and reprioritise in a fast-paced and demanding environment
Ability to use initiative, forward think, work under pressure, and proactively take on new tasks
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Outlook, MS PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Proficiency in English (C1 level)
Proven work experience managing an end-to-end office move and refurbishment project
Experience with spreadsheets, database management, or financial reporting
Knowledge of local employment law and practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Aid
Retirement Savings
Parental support
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Wellbeing support
Hybrid work flexibility with a mix of in-office/home working
Potentially adjustable working hours