Front of House Manager

Reception Manager & Office Manager

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Global Financial Services Firm | London City | September 2026 Start

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£45,000 - £55,000 + Exceptional Benefits

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\n ISE Partners is delighted to be partnering with a highly respected global financial services organisation to recruit an exceptional Reception Manager & Office Manager for their stunning London headquarters

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\n This is not simply a reception role, nor is it a traditional office management position. It is a rare opportunity to become the face of an impressive financial services business and the driving force behind an exceptional workplace cultur

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\n Set within a beautifully designed contemporary office in the heart of the City, the environment combines elegant architecture, cutting-edge technology and warm hospitality to create an inspiring experience for employees, clients and visitors alike. You'll be empowered to shape the employee journey, champion office culture and ensure every interaction reflects the firm's values and professional excellen

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\n We are seeking a polished, intelligent and highly engaging professional who thrives in a corporate setting and understands the standards expected within banking, investment management, private equity, hedge funds, wealth management or broader financial services environme

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\n We are particularly interested in candidates who have built their career within financial services and can bring a polished, internationally minded approach to workplace hospitality. Additional European language skills would be highly advantageous in supporting the firm's global client base and international stakehol

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\n The Oppor

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tunityAs Reception Manager & Office Manager, you will oversee the entire front-of-house and workplace experience, acting as a trusted ambassador for the bus

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iness.You will create an outstanding first impression for clients and visitors while ensuring the office operates seamlessly behind the scenes. Working closely with senior leadership, HR, facilities and external partners, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a collaborative, engaging and high-performing workplace cu

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lture.This position offers significant visibility across the organisation and would suit someone looking to build a long-term career within a prestigious financial services instit

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ution.
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• ilitiesLead and elevate all front-of-house oper
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• ations.Deliver a first-class visitor, client and candidate expe
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• rience.Manage reception and oversee any additional front-of-house support per
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• sonnel.Take ownership of daily office operations and workplace se
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• rvices.Coordinate meeting rooms, hospitality, catering and executive
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• visits.Support company events, client functions and employee engagement initi
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• atives.Build strong relationships with facilities providers, contractors and sup
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• pliers.Maintain exceptional office presentation standards at all
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• times.Champion workplace culture, employee experience and wellbeing initi
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• atives.Support onboarding, induction and selected HR administration pro
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• cesses.Coordinate health & safety activities, including Fire Warden and First Aid responsibi
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• lities.Act as a trusted point of contact for employees, visitors and senior stakeh
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olders.
\n What We're Loo

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king ForEssential Ex

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• perience2-5 years' continuous solid years with each job
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• change.5-10 years within an Office Manager, Reception Manager, Workplace Manager or Front of House Manag
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• er role.Experience gained within a corporate environment, ideally
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• within:Investment
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• BankingAsset Ma
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• nagementPrivat
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• e EquityWealth Ma
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• nagementHed
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• ge FundsBroader Financial
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• ServicesProfessional Services supporting financial inst
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• itutionsDemonstrable longevity and career stability, with at least one substantial tenure showing commitment and prog
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• ression.Experience supporting senior executives, clients and stakeholders in a fast-paced business envi
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• ronment.Fluency in English is essential; an additional European language such as French, German, or Dutch would be highly de
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sirable.
\n Education & Professional B

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• ackgroundDegree educated p
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• referred.A-Level educated or eq
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• uivalent.Professional, articulate and confident communicati
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• on style.Strong commercial awareness and understanding of corporate e
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• tiquette.Ability to communicate confidently with international visitors, clients and senior leaders across European
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offices.
\n Personal

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• QualitiesWarm, engaging and naturally h
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• ospitable.Highly organised with exceptional attention
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• to detail.Professional yet approachable and
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• confident.Takes pride in creating exceptional ex
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• periences.Solutions-focused with a proactiv
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• e mindset.Able to remain calm and composed in a fast-paced en
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• vironment.Passionate about workplace culture, employee engagement and delivering e
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xcellence

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  \n Why Join?Join a globally respected financial services or
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• ganisation.Work within a stunning, contemporary, design-led London he
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• adquarters.Become a highly visible ambassador for th
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• e business.Play a key role in shaping employee experience and offi
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• ce culture.Work alongside high-calibre professionals in a collaborative e
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• nvironment.Enjoy significant autonomy, responsibility and exposure across the or
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• ganisation.Be part of a warm, professionally friendly culture where people genuinely enjoy coming into
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the office.
\n This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Front of House Manager or Office Manager seeking their next step within a prestigious financial services

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environment.
\n If you have a proven track record within banking or financial services, a stable career history, strong academic credentials and a genuine passion for creating outstanding workplace experiences, we'd love to h

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ear from you.Start Date: S

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eptember 2026Location: City of London (Fully

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Office-Based)Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + Excel

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lent Benefits