Office Manager / Bids Coordinator 6-Month Maternity Leave Cover
An established and highly regarded Australian professional services consultancy is seeking an organised, proactive and personable Office Manager / Bids Coordinator to join its Melbourne team on a 6-month fixed-term contract, providing maternity leave cover. There is potential for the contract to be extended for a further 6 months.
The Opportunity
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being at the heart of a busy professional services environment and takes pride in keeping an office running smoothly.
Reporting to the National Operations Manager, you will work closely with the Melbourne leadership team and colleagues nationally, taking ownership of the day-to-day office environment while also providing administrative support to the broader business and bids function.
No two days will be exactly the same, making this an ideal chance for an experienced Office Manager or Senior Administrator who enjoys variety, responsibility and working with people.
Key Responsibilities
Managing the day-to-day operation of the Melbourne office
Acting as a professional and welcoming first point of contact for clients, visitors and staff
Managing phones, incoming and outgoing mail, couriers and deliveries
Coordinating office supplies, stationery, kitchen supplies and general facilities requirements
Ensuring meeting rooms and shared spaces are maintained to a high standard
Coordinating catering for meetings, functions and internal events
Supporting staff events, workplace initiatives and team activities
Working with the Marketing team to assist with internal and client-facing events
Providing administrative and operational support to the National Operations Manager and Melbourne leadership team
Assisting with fee proposals,



tenders and other bid-related administration
Supporting office WHS processes and general compliance requirements
Taking ownership of ad hoc administrative and operational projects as required
About You
We are looking for someone who is highly organised, capable and enjoys being the person who makes sure everything runs smoothly.
You will ideally bring:
Previous experience in office management, office administration or a similar coordination role
Excellent organisational and time-management skills
The ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
A proactive, practical approach and the confidence to work independently
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A professional, approachable and solutions-focused manner
Experience working within a professional services or corporate environment
Strong Microsoft Office skills and confidence picking up new systems
Excellent attention to detail
The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across different teams and locations
A willingness to take ownership and get involved across a broad range of responsibilities
Experience supporting bids, tenders or proposals will be advantageous, as will familiarity with Canva.
Why Join?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing professional services organisation and play a key role in supporting its Melbourne operation.
You will be joining a collaborative and professional team where your contribution will be highly visible and valued, with the opportunity to take ownership of the office and become an integral part of the wider business.
The role is full-time and based onsite in Melbourne.
If you are an experienced Office Manager or Administrator who is organised, personable and enjoys keeping a busy professional environment running smoothly, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Office Manager & Bid Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Ampersand
📍 Melbourne