Gravity Union is looking for an organized, ambitious, and detail-oriented Office Manager to assist our team. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) permanent position, onsite at our downtown Vancouver office. The expected salary is between $50,000 - $60,000 with flexibility based on experience and skillset.
About the opportunity
At Gravity Union, the Office Manager is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of the office environment and culture. This role involves overseeing daily administrative functions, managing office resources, and fostering a positive workplace culture in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must be highly capable of handling multiple tasks, working independently, and performing tasks in a timely manner. The successful candidate will have a strong technical background and enjoy assuming responsibility for multiple projects at one time.
Why Gravity Union?
Gravity Union has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for four consecutive years
Fun team events
We prioritize knowledge-sharing and learning opportunities
Competitive health, dental, and wellness benefits
Your day-to-day includes:
Oversee day-to-day office operations and ensure a smooth and efficient work environment
Provide administrative support to the CEO, Vice President, People & Culture, Finance, Marketing, and other team members as necessary
Support with coordinating People & Culture activities, events, and initiatives
Serve as a liaison for team members and clients related to office maintenance and facilities
Data entry and management of various tracking software and spreadsheets
Assist in the proposal process as required, working with the Sales team
Assist in the preparation and submission of expenses for the CEO
Support the team with relevant internal communications
Coordinate meetings, social events, travel arrangements, and organize required materials
Coordinate weekly in-office lunches
Some project coordination duties as required
Ensure kitchen is fully stocked with beverages and snacks
Answer phone, welcome guests, check mail, deposit cheques, ensure office is tidy, and take care of the office fish Paul
Other office management duties as required
Are you the one?
College diploma and a minimum of two years of administrative experience
You are a people-person and enjoy connecting with others
You’re a self-starter and love learning
You have strong communication and interpersonal skills
Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
You are resourceful and don’t stress out easily
You’re adaptable and go with the flow when things change
You have good judgment and analytical skills with a focus on attention to detail
Interest in technology, or what technology can do for people
You know how to have fun!
Icing on the cake
Working experience in a technical consulting environment is a plus
MS-900: Fundamentals certificate or other Microsoft certifications
About Gravity Union
We’re a Canadian digital transformation company, based out of Vancouver, BC. A third of the team works remotely from other locations such as Calgary, Moncton, Toronto, and Ottawa. We specialize in all things Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and electronic records management. We are passionate about how these technologies can help us improve our daily work and increase collaboration across an organization. We thrive when we can help our clients gain the most from their technical investment.
Gravity Union is certified as a Great Place to Work and a Living Wage Employer.
Come and work with us
There is something special about the team at Gravity Union.
We put our people first, and we care and invest in the relationships we have with one another.
We get stuff done and have a serious side to ourselves, and yet we have a relaxed atmosphere filled with friendly faces. We love to have fun!
We share a love of learning. Sharing knowledge with others comes naturally to us and we know we learn best when we teach others. We’re curious and we’re excited to solve new challenges.
We believe careers can be bespoke. You have the autonomy to design your path, so long as it aligns with our vision, values, and goals.
We also love animals, especially cats. Our office cat Henry makes a regular appearance, and we’re pretty sure we think he thinks it’s his office.
How to apply
We recognize that there are many, many amazing organizations to work for. Thank you for investing your energy into finding out more about us and applying for your new opportunity!
Gravity Union is committed to equal employment opportunities. Opportunities are provided regardless of race, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, medical condition, family and marital status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Accommodations for candidates with disabilities are provided upon request.
Excited? Send us your resume and cover letter by emailing a combined PDF copy to careers@gravityunion.com. Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Thank you for taking the time to apply! The hiring team looks forward to reading your application.