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 opportunity 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 officeActing as a professional and welcoming first point of contact for clients, visitors and staffManaging phones, incoming and outgoing mail, couriers and deliveriesCoordinating office supplies, stationery, kitchen supplies and general facilities requirementsEnsuring meeting rooms and shared spaces are maintained to a high standardCoordinating catering for meetings, functions and internal eventsSupporting staff events, workplace initiatives and team activitiesWorking with the Marketing team to assist with internal and client-facing eventsProviding administrative and operational support to the National Operations Manager and Melbourne leadership teamAssisting with fee proposals,



tenders and other bid-related administrationSupporting office WHS processes and general compliance requirementsTaking 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 roleExcellent organisational and time-management skillsThe ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlinesA proactive, practical approach and the confidence to work independentlyStrong communication and interpersonal skillsA professional, approachable and solutions-focused mannerExperience working within a professional services or corporate environmentStrong Microsoft Office skills and confidence picking up recent systemsExcellent attention to detailThe ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across different teams and locationsA 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