Office Manager Job at The Larko Group, Chicago, IL

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  • The Larko Group
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

We’re seeking an energetic, resourceful Office Manager & Team Engagement professional to be the heartbeat of a growing Global Technology firm and the go-to person for their brand-new co-working space in Chicago. In this role, you’ll keep the day-to-day operations humming, make sure every team member has what they need to succeed, and help shape a vibrant, connected workplace culture.

This is a hands-on position where you’ll own a wide variety of responsibilities with a “no job too big, no detail too small” attitude. From keeping the office running to organizing events that bring people together, you’ll be at the center of it all, building a warm, positive, and inspiring environment where people feel welcomed, supported, and excited to come to work.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the main point of contact for general employee support in the North American market; ensure day-to-day needs and welfare are met.
  • Organize and execute employee engagement activities, such as team events, happy hours, seasonal celebrations, and recognition milestones.
  • Own end-to-end management of gifts for employees and new hires, including selecting items, sourcing suppliers, ordering, and preparing within budget.
  • Oversee the coworking office environment to ensure it is organized, stocked, and always running smoothly.
  • Manage relationships with coworking space providers and external vendors.
  • Handle onboarding logistics for new joiners, including equipment, welcome kits, and introductions.
  • Manage offboarding processes and equipment returns for departing employees.
  • Source, order, configure, package, and distribute swag, supplies, and equipment for staff and clients.
  • Maintain accurate inventory and proactively identify replenishment needs.

Ideal Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in office management or administration, preferably in a tech or startup environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to take ownership of operational tasks, including managing vendors, sourcing supplies, and handling logistics from end to end.
  • Experience planning team/office events or employee engagement programs.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and keep things moving in a fast-paced environment.
  • A proactive, can-do attitude, you take initiative, solve problems independently, and thrive when given autonomy.
  • Collaborative and team-oriented, with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.
  • Tech-savvy, with confidence to set up/troubleshoot office equipment and assist with onboarding IT needs.
  • Comfortable managing budgets and tracking spending for office and team-related needs.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; approachable and comfortable interacting at all levels.

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The Larko Group is a women-owned, premier staffing and recruiting firm based in Chicago with a nationwide reach. We specialize in Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Temporary/Project placements across a wide range of roles, including Executive Assistants, Administrative Assistants, Personal Assistants, Chief of Staff, Office Managers, Receptionists, General Office, Event Support, Project Management, and Customer Service.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Seasonal work, Work at office,

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