Office Manager-part time- parental leave cover

Keeping the office humming

We’re looking for someone who finds joy in creating a calm, welcoming and well-run space - the kind of person who notices when the flowers need refreshing, the coffee needs topping up, or someone needs a friendly hello.

This part-time, fixed-term role is all about caring for the people, the place, and the little details that make a big difference. You’ll be the steady presence that keeps the office humming - making sure things are organised, meetings are ready, and everyone feels well looked after.

You’ll be here four half-days a week, so it’s perfect for someone who’s looking for balance - perhaps semi-retired, or someone who wants to bring their warmth and experience into a creative, people-led environment.

ABOUT TRA

TRA is a award winning human-centred insights and strategy agency with offices in Tāmaki-Makaurau (Auckland), Naarm (Melbourne) and Gadigal Land (Sydney), we work with clients across the Tasman and the world.  We are based in a beautiful newly refurbished office in Britomart.

Making tings work smoothly

You’ll take ownership of the practical day-to-day running of our space and ensure everything works beautifully. That includes :

• Managing all office orders and supplies (coffee, snacks, stationery, you name it).
• Doing daily walkthroughs to make sure the office is tidy, welcoming and fully stocked.
• Coordinating cleaners and keeping an eye on facilities, including checking the coffee machine and other shared spaces.
• Managing health and safety requirements, including being a fire warden rep and coordinating any drills or training.
• Looking after office suppliers and building relationships with them.

Requirements

Bringing the Warmth

As the friendly face of the office, you’ll help create an environment where people and clients feel genuinely cared for.

Be that “go-to” person when something needs a little extra attention, whether it’s an event setup, a last-minute lunch, or just adding that personal touch.

Adding the Fun

You’ll play a key role in bringing our culture to life by helping make TRA’s social moments happen.

Support our Head of People & Capability with onboarding and inductions - setting up new starters’ spaces, organising welcome touches, and helping them settle in.

Supporting the Leadership Team

You’ll also support our leadership and owner in small but important ways :

You’ll Love This Role If...

Benefits

Why TRA

TRA is a human-centred insights and strategy agency that thrives on curiosity, creativity, and connection. We believe our culture is what makes great thinking possible -  and you’ll play a big part in that.

This is a wonderful opportunity to bring your experience, warmth and natural sense of care into a creative, purpose-led organisation -  where you can keep the office humming, people smiling, and everything running just right. This is a 4 half days week contract starting January 9 until August 2026.