German Speaking Office Operations Co-ordinator - Dovetail Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

German Speaking Office Operations Co-ordinator

Location: Purley, South London

Salary: Circa £34,000 excellent benefits

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (on-site only)

About the Role

I’m recruiting on behalf of a global creative packaging design agency based in Purley, South London, easily accessible via public transport (just 25 minutes from London Victoria or Clapham Junction).

They are looking for a highly organised, people-focused Office Operations Co-ordinator with fluent German language skills to join their close-knit team. This is a varied and proactive position where you’ll be responsible for keeping the office running smoothly and supporting internal teams across day-to-day operations.

If you're fluent in German, enjoy being the go-to person, and want to work in a dynamic creative environment, this could be a great next step for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for the office – greeting visitors, handling phones and emails
• Communicate with suppliers, couriers, and service providers – frequently in German
• Oversee office operations: ordering supplies, managing deliveries, organising service contracts
• Book travel and support diary management for internal teams
• Provide administrative support to Account and Project Managers
• Assist with internal events, team meetings and day-to-day logistics
• Maintain a professional, efficient, and well-organised office environment

About You

• Fluent in German and English – both spoken and written (essential)
• Experience in office administration, operations support or front-of-house roles
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities
• A confident communicator with a friendly, proactive approach
• Tech-savvy – confident using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Zoom etc.
• Someone who enjoys supporting a team and thrives in a creative, fast-paced setting

What’s on Offer

• Salary circa £34,000, depending on experience
• 25 days holiday bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Company pension scheme
• Full training and onboarding
• Friendly, collaborative team culture
• Bright, well-connected studio space near central London

Additional Information

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
• Workplace: Fully office-based – Purley, South London (no hybrid or remote working)
• Start date: ASAP
• Right to work: Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK – sponsorship is not available

How to Apply

If you're fluent in German and excited to play a key role in the operations of a successful creative business, I’d love to hear from you.