Office Manager

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Office Manager to join a major renewable energy development project based in Edinburgh.

📍 Edinburgh (Hybrid Working)
💰 Outside IR35
📅 December 2026 Start | Contract until February 2028

This role will support the Project Director and wider leadership team, ensuring the smooth operation of a busy project office while providing high-level executive and administrative support across the project.

Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day running of the project office
Provide executive support to senior leadership and project management teams
Coordinate meetings, workshops and stakeholder events
Manage diaries, travel arrangements and meeting logistics
Liaise with building management, landlords and external service providers
Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities
Support office budgets, purchase orders and invoice administration
Oversee office facilities, equipment and health & safety requirements
Maintain office documentation, records and project administration processes
Foster a professional, organised and collaborative working environmentRequirements
Previous experience as an Office Manager, Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, Business Support Manager or similar
Experience supporting senior leaders or project teams in a fast-paced environment
Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Previous experience within renewables, preferably wind. What's On Offer
Long-term contract opportunity through to February 2028
Outside IR35 engagement
Competitive day rate 
Hybrid working arrangement
Opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile renewable energy projectTo discuss the opportunity further or submit an application, please get in touch for a confidential

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