Office Manager - DC based

Bully Pulpit International is an outcomes agency made up of strategists, data scientists, and artists. We come from politics, brands, and government and we communicate without barriers and measure what matters. BPI specializes in public affairs, corporate reputation and social impact. A growing firm, we sit on both coasts and between and connecting Silicon Valley technology, Madison Avenue creative, Washington policy and real people.

The Impact You Will Make

The Office Manager, reporting to the Senior Director of Culture & Operations, will manage the day-to-day office operations, including reception activities, general facilities management and administrative support  to members of the operations and executive teams. This role is responsible for ensuring smooth functioning of administrative, operational and facility-related processes while fostering a productive and professional work environment. 

You thrive in a fast paced environment where visitors are frequent and customer service is premier.  You bring a positive attitude to everything you do from ensuring the office is stocked and clean, welcoming guests and taking care of general office administration. The ideal candidate is well organized, has excellent communication skills, is detail oriented, and thrives at juggling a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Location | Washington, DC; Onsite 5 Days/Week  

Salary Range - $60,000 - $75,000

What the Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Office Operations Manage all general office administration. Tasks include but not limited to ordering and stocking snack and office supplies, keeping public office areas clean and refreshed, welcoming guests, managing deliveries and monitoring any office maintenance. You’ll act as the primary liason for building management, vendors, service providers, and high level visitors. Support will also be inclusive of event coordination and management for clients & friends of the firm on occasion. Ensure the office is organized, well-maintained and conducive to productivity.
• Strategic Planning & Communication Identify opportunities to streatmline office operations and improve workflow. Support executive leadership with administrative and operational needs. Coordinate office-wide meetings, events and initiatives. 
• BPI Culture Be a champion of BPI culture and collaborate with and engage with Operations leadership and BPI Culture Captains in assisting with planned activities and events. 

What You Bring 

• More than 2+ years of relevant experience as an office administrator or manager, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook calendar) and finds fulfillment in learning new software programs.
• Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments
• Thrives working in a collaborative and fast paced environment
• Customer services champion; you set the bar high for all here
• Ability to work well with all levels of clients and team members
• Polished, professional and positive demeanor.
• Willing to work onsite M-F.

BPI offers a wide range of benefits to U.S.-based employees, including 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) program with employer match up to 4%, generous time off for vacation, $50 monthly phone reimbursement, unlimited sick time, and 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents. BPI’s benefits prioritize employee wellness and progressive support to our diverse workforce.

We’re looking for all kinds of people. 

BPI Group is an integrated public affairs agency that delivers outcomes for the top organizations and leaders around the world. With expertise in strategic communications, digital marketing, creative, research, and measurement, we offer a cohesive approach across corporate, policy, and public affairs strategy in today’s interconnected world. By combining incisive strategy and deep tactical expertise, we make change possible. Our transatlantic presence includes offices across eleven markets in the US and Europe.

We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions based on individual commitment to excellence. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

BPI is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging – so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. We consider applications holistically and you may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!

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