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The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung is a German political foundation headquartered in Berlin with offices in more than 100 countries worldwide. Our London office – covering the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland – is looking to recruit a Project Assistant & Office Manager to support our programme activities and the day-to-day operations of the office.
Our annual programme includes panel discussions, workshops, and international conferences with partners from politics, academia, business, and the media.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the organisational coordination and smooth running of the London office, while supporting the delivery of our programme activities.
Key Responsibilities
· Assist in planning and implementing events and projects
· Organise event logistics, including venues, travel, and accommodation
· Use the internal project management system for project and financial administration (training provided)
· Liaise with headquarters in Berlin and local contractors/service providers
· Manage day-to-day office operations and general administration
· Assist with diary management, meeting organisation, and internal coordination
· Assist with accounting and financial administration
· Support Companies House filings and basic corporate administration
· Maintain relationships with partners and stakeholders
· Assist in maintaining contact databases and mailing lists
Requirements
· Minimum 2 years’ relevant professional experience
· Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and strong general IT literacy
· Excellent planning, organisation and prioritisation skills
· Excellent communication skills
· Native-level English, German language skills desirable
· Right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship
We Offer
· Full-time permanent position
· Hybrid working (3 days in the London office)
· 24 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
· Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year, depending on experience
· A dynamic international working environment
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North London | Hybrid | £20.88 per hour | 2–3 Months Temporary Basis
Are you an experienced line manager who thrives in small, purpose-led organisations?
This is an opportunity to step into a hands-on leadership role within a respected professional membership body at a key moment of transition.
They are seeking someone who has confidently line managed before - ideally within a membership organisation, regulatory body, or non-profit environment and can quickly provide structure, clarity and steady leadership to a small team.
If you enjoy guiding teams, strengthening day-to-day operations, and making a visible impact in a short space of time, this could be a fantastic fit.
The Role:
As Part-Time Office & Business Support Manager, you will provide oversight and leadership to a close-knit team of four, ensuring they feel supported, focused and well-managed.
This is not just an operational support role - strong, proven line management experience is essential.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Line managing a team of four staff within membership and administrative functions
- Handling performance management confidently and sensitively
- Bringing structure and clear direction during a period of change
- Overseeing smooth day-to-day office operations
- Anticipating pressures, prioritising workloads, and thinking ahead
- Providing light oversight on event coordination (administrative support is in place)
- Proven experience line managing in a small team environment (essential)
- Experience managing performance issues constructively and professionally
- A background in a membership body, professional association, regulatory organisation, or charity setting (highly desirable)
- The ability to step into an established team and quickly build credibility
- A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach
Role Details
- Role: Part-Time Office & Business Support Manager
- Organisation Type: Professional Membership Body / Regulatory Organisation
- Salary: £20.88 per hour
- Duration: 2–3 months initially (potential to extend)
- Working Pattern: 3 days per week
- Hybrid: 1 day per week in the office (Tuesday), 2 days remote
- Location: North London
- Closing Date: Rolling applications – early CV submission encouraged
- Step into a role where your leadership genuinely matters
- Immediate start with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact
- Flexible part-time working
- Collaborative and purpose-driven environment
- A varied role combining team leadership and operational oversight
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
