Office
managers

Description

Office managers plan, organise and co-ordinate the activities and resources of offices within commercial, industrial and other non-governmental organisations and public agencies. (National and local government office managers are classified to unit group 3561: Public services associate professionals.)

Tasks

• plans work schedules, assigns tasks and delegates responsibilities
• advises on the handling of all correspondence and enquiries relating to accounts, sales, statistical and vacancy records
• ensures that procedures for considering, issuing, amending and endorsing insurance policies are adhered to
• plans, organises and co-ordinates the activities and resources of other offices not elsewhere classified including box offices, other ticket offices and accommodation bureaux.

Educational Requirements

Entry will usually require GCSEs/S grades but is possible with other academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. Professional qualifications are available in some areas of work.