London, UK
Studio manager
at Jailmake
Jailmake is looking for a studio and project manager to join its team in London.
Company
Jailmake is a multidisciplinary team of designers, project managers and makers. We specialise in joinery, metalwork and finishes for a diverse client base of designers, architects and creative agencies. We bring ideas to life, from product to city scale, producing high quality work on time and to budget.
Description
Jailmake require an enthusiastic and experienced studio and project manager to maintain the studio, liaise with clients/studio and schedule project work from conception to completion. Our projects range from high-end furniture and lighting to commercial visual merchandising and immersive multimedia environments.
Responsibilities including but not limited to:
- supplier relationship management (negotiating, sourcing and contacting suppliers)
- client relationship management (liaising with clients)
- estimating, preparing and issuing quotations with lead times
- being the first point of contact for orders and payments and studio phone calls
- liaising between clients and studio
- issuing invoices, tracking and statements
- planning schedule of work with production/workshop manager
- managing and updating estimate spreadsheets and budgets
- ad hoc studio and project-related administration
- facilities and resource management
- booking couriers, freelancers, handling post
- overseeing projects timelines and budgets
- organising and maintaining the running of the office
- assisting the bookkeeper
- maintain studio calendar (updating relevant parties)
- dealing with correspondence and phone calls on behalf of the director
- booking and arranging travel, accommodation and transport
- typing, compiling presentations and correspondence
- managing databases and filing systems (Google Drive)
- boost moral of studio by organising days out or team activities.
Key tasks:
- project filing and admin
- raising and issuing quotations
- managing cash flow/budgets
- record-keeping
- scheduling and booking deliveries
You will have:
- a minimum of two years’ experience working in a similar creative industry role
- preferably qualified to degree level in a relevant subject
- exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- strong planning skills and time management
- high degree of numeracy and literacy
- a confident, warm and positive attitude
- the ability to work autonomously
- genuine interest in our work and the desire to provide a high level of service
- professional fluency in English language and a valid UK/EU passport or international work visa
- computer literate on Mac computers
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- proficient in health and safety practices
What we can offer in return:
- an exciting and friendly work environment
- open hierarchy
- a communal lunch (optional)
- the freedom to test and develop your skills, alongside learning new ones
To apply, submit your CV and a brief covering letter describing why you would be a good fit for the job with regard to the criteria above using the ‘apply’ link below.