Resourceful Events and Office Manager - UK (Hybrid)

Looking for a role where you can make a real impact? Help us set newstandardsdriving change that matters. Join usand be part of a teamwhere yourinsights will directly shape our strategic direction. Read on! (thiswill bea long write up but we like to give you all the details before you spend your time applying) We are Laminar Projects! We are an award winning consultancy that implements technology to improve the delivery of complex construction projects. Improving construction strengthens the very foundation of human civilisation. We also have a separate product team, Shape Construction, that takes the deep understanding of the projects we work on to develop construction management software products. The core of all this is our true secret sauce; people. We only recruit kind and authentic people who are fast learners. We are deeply focused on designing a new type of place that is optimised for the flourishing of the people in the team first and foremost. This approach has allowed us to grow from just 2 people in 2017 to over 220 today and we are still very much at the beginning! Joining us isn’t just some “job”, we challenge you to be your best self in all aspects of life. Our vision is designed to align how we operate with the fundamental aspects that enable anyone to have a fulfilled life:

• Connects us withmeaningful relationships
• Inspires us to develop ourselves to become better humans
• Empowers us to pursue our own learning adventures

4 core values for a good life We believe a life of human flourishing is all about meaningful relationships with others and challenging yourself to create a positive impact. Our four core values are grow yourself, care about people, execute to greatness and build civilisation. This philosophy goes much deeper and you can see more on our website. We are achieving this vision through the following two missions:

• To fully digitise the construction of human civilisation
• To create a new type of organisation that enables human flourishing while delivering a huge positive impact on society

Laminar Projects is proud to be recognized as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Construction, Engineering & Property™ for 2024! Join a team where learning, collaboration, and growth are at the core of everything we do, and where solving big challenges is part of the fun. The Role Purpose of the role The role of Events and Office Manager role is to create an exceptional workplace experience by combining operational excellence, thoughtful event delivery and proactive office management. The role ensures that our team, clients and visitors experience a professional, engaging and well-organised environment while supporting the smooth running of day-to-day office operations. TheEvent and Office Manager acts as the central point of connection between people, processes and experiences, bringing Laminar culture to life through well-executed events, efficient workplace operations and continuous improvements that enable the team to perform to its best. Team TheOperations is the engine behind our growth. We build the infrastructure that allowsourbusiness to scale without losing what makes it special. As culture shapers and problem-solvers, we challenge the status quo, anticipate what’s coming next, and create people solutions that push the business forward. We operate with urgency, ownership, and a deep belief that great operations unlock great performance. Reporting directly to theHead of Group Operations, you’ll play a key role inensuring that we maximise the lived experience of all our team members by organising memorable internal and external events and making our workplace a space where all team members want to come to. Your top 3 objectives Create an exceptional workplace environment Deliver impactful events that strengthen relationships and culture Drive operational excellence through proactive management and continuous improvement Your top 5 responsibilities Lead the delivery of exceptional workplace experiences: Own the day-to-day office experience, ensuring a welcoming, productive and engaging environment for team members, clients and visitors.Proactively identify opportunities to improve how our team interact with, and experience the workplace. Plan and deliver high-quality events from concept to completion: Manage the full event lifecycle, including planning, budgeting, supplier co-ordination, logistics, communications, execution and post-event evaluation.Deliver events that support business goals, strengthen relationships and bring Laminar culture to life. Manage office operations and facilities effectively: Oversee workplace services, suppliers, maintenance, equipment, health and safety requirements and office processes to ensure smooth and efficient office operations, Build strong relationships with team members, clients and visitors: Act as a trusted point of contact for colleagues, leadership, vendors, clients and other partnersensuring effective communication, collaboration and consistent high service standards. Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence: Review existing processes,identify opportunity for improvement and introduce solutions that enhance efficiency, team experience and the overall effectiveness ofthe Laminar team. YourCapabilities Youare methodical,thorough, witha great senseof ownership,great attention to detailandstrong analytical skills. You can understand the big picture (problem concept) andhave the ability tobreak any problem into small,actionable chunks. Youthink in systems and are naturally inclined to convert repetitive tasks into processes. You haveexcellentcommunicationand interpersonal skills to effectively interact at all organizational levels. You are self-driven andpassionate about learning andconstantlydeveloping yourself. This role would suit an engineering,scienceor business graduate (or recent graduate) Capabilities You are ahighly organized, proactive and service oriented professional who can successfully balance strategic thinking with hands on delivery. The ideal candidate combines strong operational skills with creativity, attention to detail and the ability to createexceptional workplace and event experiences. You can confidently manage multiple priorities, building trusted relationships and taking ownership from idea to execution. As a candidate, you should have: Must-Have (The fundamentals) Mastery Strong experience ineitherevent co-ordination,office management, workplace operations or a related role Strong organisational skills with the abilityto manage multiple priorities, projects and deadline efficiently Experience managing eventsend-to-end including, planning, logisitics, suppliers, budgets and delivery Strong attention to detail with a focus on delivering high quality outcomes Experience managing suppliers, contractors andoperational processes Ability to identify issues, develop practical solutions and continuously improve ways of working Communication Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients, visitors and colleagues at all levels. Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence, collaborate and build positive relationships. Ability to manage expectations, provide updates and communicate effectivelyduring busy periods and changing priorities Have a service focused mindset with the ability to create a positive experience for team members, clients and visitors. Leadership Demonstrate ownership, accountability and a proactive approach to delivering outcomes Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and take initiative without supervision. Strong problem solving skills and the ability to remain calm and solution focused under pressure. Ability to co-ordinate and influence others to deliver successful outcomes. Impact Passion for creating exceptional workplace experiences and environments where people and thrive Ability to deliver events and initiatives that create meaningful engagement and connection Consistent focus on quality, efficiencyand improving the team member and visitor experience Nice to Have (If you don’t have it now you will after joining) Mastery Experience managing client facing or large scale events Experience working within professional services or fast paced business environments Experience with workplace management systemsor digital #J-18808-Ljbffr Medium