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Office Manager
Office Manager & Finance Assistant (12-Month FTC – Maternity Cover)
Hereford HR2
£30,000 per annum
Start: Mid-August (with approx. 2-week handover)
Working Full time hours Monday to Friday fully office based.
The Opportunity
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are seeking a proactive and highly organised Office Manager & Finance Assistant to join a specialist organisation operating within the defence, aerospace and military sector based in Hereford.
This is a varied and hands-on role supporting the day-to-day operations of a fast-paced, project-driven environment. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, contributing to the delivery of critical programmes supporting UK defence and security capability.
Key Responsibilities
Office & Administrative Management
- Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office through effective processes and organisation
- Coordinate meetings, visitors and company events (including industry exhibitions)
- Manage office supplies, equipment servicing, and supplier relationships
- Oversee business travel arrangements including accommodation and logistics
- Maintain company registers (assets, suppliers, NDAs, vehicles, compliance records)
- Support compliance activities including ISO, Cyber Essentials and data protection certifications
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HR & Staff Support
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes
- Maintain personnel records and vetting/clearance registers (BPSS, SC, DV where applicable)
- Administer employee benefits, records and internal engagement activities
Finance Administration
- Process invoices, payments, receipts and purchase orders
- Maintain accurate financial data and supporting documentation
- Reconcile bank accounts and assist with month-end processes
- Manage expense claims and supplier/customer financial checks
Financial Reporting Support
- Assist with VAT returns, P11Ds and statutory submissions
- Support budgeting processes and financial reporting activities
- Liaise with auditors and support audit preparation
- Contribute to stock management and cost tracking
About You
Essential:
- Strong administrative and organisational experience
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (including SharePoint)
- Experience in bookkeeping or finance administration
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to work independently and proactively
- Reliable, flexible and detail-oriented
Desirable:
- Experience in defence, aerospace, or government environments
- Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
- Previous office management experience
- Awareness of UK security clearance processes


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What’s on Offer
- Salary: £30,000 per annum
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Healthcare and benefits package (subject to probation)
- Additional perks including wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
If you would like to apply for the role of Office Manager then please email your CV to debbie.gough@hawk-3.com
Closing date is 17.07.2026 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.
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