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Spinal Research, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
£35,000 (pro rata salary of £26,250)
Exciting Office Manager role with responsibilities for H&S, HR, staff wellbeing, the office space, and Secretary to the Board of Trustees.
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United Kingdom (Hybrid)
£35,000 (pro rata salary of £26,250)
Part-time (24 hours, 3 days per week)
Permanent

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Job description

About Spinal Research

Every two hours, someone in the UK becomes paralysed. Globally, more than 15 million people live with paralysis. At Spinal Research, our vision is a world where paralysis can be cured. We fund groundbreaking research to deliver life-changing treatments for people with spinal cord injuries. By backing the brightest minds and fostering innovation, we are driving progress towards what could be the medical breakthrough of the 21st century: curing paralysis. We will not stop until that future is achieved.

Role

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Office Manager who will report to the Head of Strategy & Operations, and be responsible for health & safety, and HR for the organisation. This exciting role will also ensure the smooth running of the office space, support staff wellbeing and team culture, and assist the CEO and Trustees as Secretary to the Borad.

Key Responsibilities

Office Management

  • Develop and implement office policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal, and Health & Safety requirements.
  • Serve as the main contact for the office’s building management, and keep staff updated about the premises as needed.
  • Maintain and organise the office space and storage unit.
  • Provide general administrative support as needed.

Health & Safety

  • Act as the Health & Safety Officer for the organisation.
  • Collaborate with external consultants to ensure compliance with current legislation, and annual Health & Safety assessments.
  • Keep team members informed about office safety, First Aiders, and Fire Wardens; maintain up-to-date records on SharePoint and in the office.
  • Attend relevant training to stay current with new legislation.

Human Resources

  • Serve as the first point of contact for staff HR matters; including annual leave, sickness, contract changes, and updates to the staff handbook.
  • Work with the charity’s external consultant and legal advisors to resolve HR issues.
  • Support recruitment by posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and managing candidate communications.
  • Maintain accurate employee records.
  • Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring payroll and benefits information is correctly shared.
  • Review and recommend employee benefits based on changing team needs.
  • Manage the in-house learning portal and ensure all staff training is current and relevant.

Company Secretarial Duties

  • Act as Secretary to the Board of Trustees.
  • Manage correspondence with the Charity Commission and Companies House.
  • Ensure timely submission of required documents and accurate record-keeping on SharePoint.
  • Coordinate and schedule Trustee meetings, ensuring all documentation is completed ahead of deadlines.

Skills & Experience

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
  • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities, with attention to detail.
  • Proven experience as an Office Manager or in a similar administrative role.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), SharePoint, and other relevant software.
  • Solid understanding of HR processes and Health & Safety regulations.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and able to solve problems and make decisions independently.
  • Willingness to work occasional additional hours as required.

Benefits

  • 4 day working week
  • Five weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
  • Flexible working hours, with core hours between 10am–4pm.
  • Hybrid remote working (minimum one day per week in the office, on Borough High Street).
  • Private health insurance cash plan.
  • 8% pension plan.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Onsite gym.
Application Instructions

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining why you would like to work for Spinal Research, and why you would be a good fit for the role.

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Spinal Research View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 11 - 20
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Posted on: 15 January 2026
Closing date: 25 January 2026 at 23:30
Tags: Administration, Finance, Human Resources, IT, Operations, Culture, Facilities, Health and Safety, Information Management, Internal communication, Logistics, Office Management, Risk Management, Wellbeing, Statutory, Trusts / Foundations, Governance / Management

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