Senior Facilities Operations and Projects Manager

<p><span>OVERVIEW</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>The Maples Group is a standard bearer in financial and legal services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms and international corporations. </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Our distinction flows from</span><span> our carefully curated team: 2,5</span><span>00+ professionals </span><span>characterised</span><span> by tenacity, e</span><span>thics and exacting excellence. </span><span>Operating in key financial </span><span>centres</span><span> across the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, our international presence offers a unique springboard for career development and cross-cultural immersion.  Our side-by-side financial and legal services are similarly ripe for interdisciplinary learning and growth.  </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>The Maples Group looks to </span><span>add a </span><span>Dublin</span><span> based </span><span>Senior Facilities and Operations Project Manager</span><span> </span><span>to our team</span><span> and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply.  We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world-class talent. </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Who We Seek</span></p><p><span>Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives. Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work. </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>About the Role</span></p><p><span>The Maples Group is currently recruiting for a Senior Facilities Operations &amp; Projects Manager to join the Dublin law firm. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in providing high level operational support to a leading law firm, under the direction of the Regional Chief Operating Officer. </span><span>The </span><span>successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the expanding office facilities and responsible for project management of all property related projects. </span><span>Primary responsibilities include:</span></p><p><span> </span></p><ul><li><span>Operational lead for all property related projects. Liaison with landlords, building management and consultants. Responsible for planning for future requirements and delivery of best-in-class facilities</span></li><li><span>Management of front of house and back-office support teams (including the Facilities function, print room, stationery/office supplies, and records management), ensuring highest standards are maintained</span></li><li><span>Co-ordinate the team and external providers to manage all required maintenance to the Dublin office. Including, but not limited to, the oversight and maintenance of all mechanical and electrical equipment effectiveness and contracts</span></li><li><span>Managing the planning and implementation of internal office moves in consultation with key stakeholders</span></li><li><span>Supplier management for all office suppliers/vendors: ensuring appropriate contracts in place, review of commercial terms. This will include the monitoring of all outsourced contracts (including, but not limited to, cleaning; couriers; taxis; printers/photocopiers; stationery and office maintenance)</span></li><li><span>Monitoring and implementing Health &amp; Safety regulations, coordinating with external H&amp;S consultants, and management of Fire Warden and First Aid Officer responsibilities by selected member/s of your team</span></li><li><span>Ability to work in and streamline everyday operations in a hybrid workforce model</span></li><li><span>Working closely with the Maples Group's Business Continuity Planning leads and undertaking the Regional Crisis Management role for the Dublin law firm</span></li></ul><p><span> </span></p><p><span>EXPERIENCE</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>What You Bring</span></p><p><span>In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following: </span></p><p><span> </span></p><ul><li><span>10+ </span><span>years experience</span><span> in facilities management and project management, preferably in a professional services setting</span></li><li><span>Relevant degree and/or qualifications preferred</span></li><li><span>Experience working in corporate operations to deliver on </span><span>organisational</span><span> goals and standards</span></li><li><span>Knowledge of building systems operations, facilities management best practices, systems technology, H&amp;S legislation and regulations, and event management / guest/ visitor experience</span></li><li><span>Strong written and verbal communication skills, and experienced user of MS Office (Excel, Word and </span><span>Powerpoint</span><span>) and facilities and project management-related software packages. </span></li><li><span>Knowledge of busines