Hire an Exceptional Office Manager
Office Manager Recruitment Specialists – Nationwide
At Lily Shippen, we specialise in recruiting high-performing Office Managers who bring structure, leadership, and operational clarity to organisations. Whether you’re hiring in London, Manchester, Cheshire, or elsewhere in the UK, we have the network and expertise to deliver talent that elevates your business.
We recruit for permanent, temporary, contract and remote Office Manager positions across multiple sectors, from professional services and finance to property, tech and creative industries.
Ready to hire an Office Manager? Submit your enquiry and a member of our team will be in touch shortly.
Why Choose Lily Shippen?
We’re not a generalist agency. Our consultants are specialists in office support recruitment, and we’re known for delivering long-term, high-quality hires, efficiently.
What sets us apart:
- A well-established nationwide candidate network
- Strong placement success in London, Manchester, Cheshire and beyond
- Deep sector knowledge, with tailored support for every client
- A transparent, honest and proactive recruitment approach
We don’t rely on CVs alone, we match on values, fit, and long-term impact.
Office Manager Roles We Recruit For
We recruit for a wide variety of office management and hybrid roles, including:
- Office Manager
- Office & Facilities Manager
- Office Manager / PA hybrid
- Operations Manager
- Temporary Office Manager
We also specialise in recruiting Executive Assistants and Personal Assistants, giving us unrivalled insight into blended roles where responsibilities overlap.
Permanent, Temporary & Remote Solutions
Our hiring solutions are designed around your needs:
- Permanent hires to embed into your team
- Temporary or contract support to cover maternity, growth or transition periods
- Remote and hybrid talent, giving you access to top professionals UK-wide
We’re quick to act but never compromise on quality. Our consultants work with you closely from brief to onboarding.
Why Lily Shippen?
We do things differently here.
“Lily Shippen’s recruitment team was exceptional in helping us find an Office Manager who fit seamlessly into our fast-paced office. Their understanding of our needs and industry made the process smooth, efficient, and highly tailored. We couldn’t be happier with our hire!” – Office Operations Director, Financial Services Firm, London
“Our experience with Lily Shippen was outstanding from start to finish. They delivered top-tier candidates, each one fitting our criteria perfectly. Their attention to detail and understanding of our work culture ensured a fantastic result.” – HR Manager, Legal Practice, Manchester
“Lily Shippen provided a level of service and expertise that is rare to find. Their consultant took the time to understand our unique requirements and introduced us to an Office Manager who exceeded our expectations.” – COO, Technology Start-Up, Cheshire

Ready to Hire an Office Manager?
If you’re looking to hire an Office Manager in London, Manchester, Cheshire, or anywhere across the UK, our expert consultants are ready to help. We’ll take your brief, advise on the market, and deliver a tailored shortlist.
Frequently Asked Questions
An Office Manager ensures a workplace runs efficiently, overseeing facilities, processes, suppliers and often supporting HR, finance or administration. Their impact on team structure and day-to-day operations is significant.
No – while we have strong networks in London, Manchester and Cheshire, our reach is truly nationwide. We recruit for in-office, hybrid and fully remote Office Manager roles across the UK.
Yes. We work with temporary and contract Office Managers who are ready to start immediately. Learn more about our temporary recruitment services here – LINK TO LOOKING TO HIRE > TEMPORARY SUPPORT
Typically within 3–5 working days. For urgent or temporary roles, we can often introduce candidates on the same day.
Always on hand
With offices strategically located in both Manchester and London, we are proud to deliver tailored recruitment solutions to clients and candidates across the UK, as well as internationally. Our dedicated team of experts combines in-depth industry knowledge with a personal approach, ensuring that each recruitment strategy is uniquely aligned to meet specific needs—whether locally, virtually, or overseas.
Whether you’re actively seeking a new career opportunity or you’re an employer in search of top-tier talent, our team is here to help. Get in touch with us by leaving a message below, and one of our specialists will respond promptly to discuss how we can support your goals.
With offices strategically located in both Manchester and London, we are proud to deliver tailored recruitment solutions to clients and candidates across the UK, as well as internationally. Our dedicated team of experts combines in-depth industry knowledge with a personal approach, ensuring that each recruitment strategy is uniquely aligned to meet specific needs—whether locally, virtually, or overseas.
Whether you’re actively seeking a new career opportunity or you’re an employer in search of top-tier talent, our team is here to help. Get in touch with us by leaving a message below, and one of our specialists will respond promptly to discuss how we can support your goals.
0203 882 0349
+44 7547 404164
- 0203 882 0349
+44 7547 404164