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Office Manager / Office AdministratorEngivent • Cambridge, England, GB
Office Manager / Office Administrator

Office Manager / Office Administrator

Engivent • Cambridge, England, GB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Sustainability | Life Sciences | Engineering

Location: Cambridge, UK (on-site with hybrid flexibility)

Hours: Full-time or part-time considered (flexible arrangement)

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About Engivent

Engivent is a multidisciplinary innovation company developing advanced hardware and automation technologies that accelerate progress in biology. Our work brings together microfluidics, robotics, optics, software, and biotechnology to create high-performance systems that support cutting-edge research across life sciences, synthetic biology, diagnostics, agri-tech and beyond.

Role Overview>

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Office Manager / Office Administrator to support the smooth running of day-to-day operations. This is a varied, hands‑on role involving office management, purchasing, administration, light HR coordination, finance support and team organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Office & Operations Management

  • Ensure the office environment is organised, safe and well maintained
  • Manage purchasing of office and laboratory supplies
  • Act as the main point of contact for suppliers, vendors and service providers
  • Coordinate meeting logistics and travel arrangements
  • Organise internal team events and social activities
  • Support basic facilities management, including deliveries and equipment coordination

Administration & Finance

  • Process invoices, expenses and purchase orders
  • Assist with financial record keeping and simple reconciliation
  • Support budget tracking and project expenditure monitoring
  • Provide general administrative support across the business

HR & People Support

  • Maintain accurate employee records and assist with onboarding new starters
  • Track holidays, absences, and support updates to internal policies
  • Coordinate internal communications and team reminders

Project & Process Support

  • Track project timelines, deliverables and budgets
  • Assist with internal documentation and quality processes
  • Suggest improvements to administrative systems and workflows

Marketing Support

  • Support basic marketing tasks such as social media posting and external communications

What You Bring

  • Experience in office management, administration, operations support or a similar role
  • Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Confident with MS Office; familiarity with finance/HR systems is a plus
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and prioritise effectively
  • A proactive, flexible, problem‑solving mindset
  • Professional and approachable manner when interacting with staff, suppliers and visitors

Nice to have (not required)

  • Experience in a technical, startup or research environment
  • Familiarity with Xero and project management tools
  • Interest in light marketing or social media tasks

Why Join Engivent?

  • Flexible working options (full-time or part-time considered)
  • A collaborative and innovative work environment with growth opportunities
  • The opportunity to work on cutting‑edge innovation in science and engineering
  • On‑site parking and within cycling distance from Cambridge city centre

How to Apply

Please email recruitment@engivent.com with your CV and a short cover note explaining your interest in the role.

Engivent is an equal opportunity employer; we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and learning paths.

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