Office Manager Job at Career Group, Palo Alto, CA

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  • Career Group
  • Palo Alto, CA

Job Description

A fast-growing tech startup in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a warm, organized, and proactive Office Manager to create a comfortable, productive, and engaging workplace for their team. This is a full-time, in-office position that offers the opportunity to shape team culture, oversee essential operations, and support leadership in a dynamic, startup environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and passionate team that values creativity, efficiency, and team bonding. The company offers competitive compensation, a supportive work culture, and the chance to make a direct impact on employee experience and office operations.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage daily office functions, including opening and closing procedures
  • Coordinate catered lunches, dinners, and snacks for the team
  • Source, order, and maintain office supplies and equipment
  • Manage vendor relationships, including contracts and payments
  • Oversee office maintenance and troubleshoot facility issues
  • Handle basic tech setup and coordinate with IT as needed
  • Plan and execute fun and engaging team events (in-person and virtual)
  • Assist with welcoming and onboarding new team members
  • Help coordinate the company’s annual offsite
  • Prepare meeting spaces and materials
  • Support founders and leadership with administrative tasks
  • Assist with improving the overall office atmosphere and layout
  • Lead ad hoc administrative and operational projects as needed
  • Coordinate quarterly U.S. visits for employees based in another country
  • Book travel and housing for remote team members
  • Support immigration documentation and compliance efforts

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in office management, administration, or a similar role within a fast paced start-up environment.
  • Proven ability to work independently and solve problems with minimal guidance
  • Excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail
  • Warm, welcoming demeanor with strong interpersonal skills
  • Event planning and team-building experience
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment
  • Self-starter mentality with anticipation for team needs
  • Cultural awareness and respect for diversity
  • Experience in a startup or tech setting
  • Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and productivity tools
  • Basic financial literacy (budgeting, invoicing, expense tracking)
  • Background in hospitality or customer service

Salary:

$90K - $130K base salary range, equity and benefits

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Job Tags

Full time, Remote job,

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