Office Manager

Office Managers oversee the operations of the office and administrative support team. They are usually in charge of the organisation’s clerks, reception staff, accounting and payroll team, secretaries and interns - supervising their work performance and managing the hiring.

As an Office Manager you’ll be responsible for the development of office procedures, documentation and records systems — ensuring that all work complies with government legislation and mandatory returns are submitted on time.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $80,600
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a office manager?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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BSB40120

Certificate IV in Business
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $4,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Procurement Officer Team Leader
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BSB50420

Diploma of Leadership and Management
Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $6,068
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Team Leader Supervisor
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Team Leader Supervisor Project Coordinator Assistant Manager General Manager Area Manager Presales Consultant Regional Manager Service Director Team Administrator Governance Coordinator Creative Entrepreneur ICT Project Manager Data Miner Product Specialist Digital Project Manager Corporate Services Manager Account Manager Senior Risk Manager Park Manager Information Officer Customer Service Officer Life Coach Sports Facility Manager Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager RTO Compliance Officer Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Innovation Coordinator Customer Success Manager Chief Innovation Officer Logistician Innovation Manager Event Planner Strata Manager Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Conservation Manager Venue Manager Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Planning Officer Social Media Strategist Cellar Door Manager Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Radio Producer Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Customer Experience Manager Innovation Strategist Operations Officer Customer Service Manager Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Sales Analyst High Performance Coach Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Local Government Customer Service Assistant Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Council Member Bakery Manager Clinical Coder Grip Gaffer Driller Drilling Supervisor Service Manager Helicopter Pilot Flying Instructor Concreter Parts Manager Steel Fixer Executive Housekeeper Surveyor Assistant Plant Manager Fleet Manager Duty Manager (Police Force) Facilities Manager Airport Operations Manager Abattoir Supervisor Technical Project Manager Senior Merchandiser Workplace Inspector Rail Safety Manager Crematorium Technician Athlete Community Coach Renewable Energy Tradesperson Funeral Director Funeral Assistant Electrical Fitter + 107 more
BSB40120

Certificate IV in Business (Administration)
Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $4,928
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Office Assistant Administration Officer
Administrative Assistant Data Administrator Cleaning Supervisor Gym Receptionist
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Office Assistant Administration Officer Administrative Assistant Data Administrator Cleaning Supervisor Gym Receptionist + 4 more
BSB40520

Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
10 - 24 months
$0 - $4,928
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Team Leader Supervisor
Project Coordinator Assistant Manager Team Administrator General Manager Presales Consultant Regional Manager Project Officer Retail Team Leader Account Manager Senior Risk Manager Park Manager Information Officer Customer Service Officer Life Coach Community Engagement Officer Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager Customer Success Manager Customs and Border Protection Officer Venue Manager Regional Coordinator Cellar Door Manager Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Operational Risk Manager Innovation Strategist Operations Officer IT Business Analyst Music Manager Sales Representative Telemarketer Sales Consultant Workshop Manager Cleaning Supervisor Plant Supervisor Airport Operations Manager Sheep Shearing Trainer Abattoir Supervisor Food Production Supervisor Workplace Inspector Rail Safety Manager
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BSB50120

Diploma of Business
Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $6,318
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Records and Information Management)
Online
14 months
$3,595
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Business Development Manager Team Leader
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Business Development Manager Team Leader
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Operations)
Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $3,595
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Franchisee Office Manager Project Coordinator
Small Business Owner Operations Manager Operations Coordinator Area Manager Business Support Officer Corporate Services Manager Sports Facility Manager Operations Officer Club Manager
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BSB40320

Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
Online
10 - 12 months
$0 - $3,795
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Department Manager Independent Contractor Office Manager
Retail Manager Retail Supervisor Small Business Owner Local Government Customer Service Assistant
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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BSB40120

Certificate IV in Business (Operations)
Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $3,420
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Supervisor Team Leader
Business Support Officer Operations Officer Collections Officer Cleaning Supervisor Fleet Manager
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Leadership)
Online
12 months
$3,595
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Team Leader Supervisor
Corporate Services Manager Club Manager Service Manager Parts Manager
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Common questions

How much do Office Managers earn?

In Australia, a full time Office Manager generally earns $1,550 per week ($80,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the role.

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What are the job opportunities for Office Managers?

There are currently 166,600 Office Managers employed in Australia right now and this job role has increased significantly over the past 5 years. Office Managers work in all industries and employment sectors — from SMEs through to large corporations and enterprises.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Office Manager?

Office Managers need to have worked in an office and have a good understanding of the office environment, documents, and systems. To further develop your business administration skills and leadership experience try the Diploma of Business Administration or the Advanced Diploma of Business. Vendor certifications in Word Processing, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint Presentations, and Database applications may also be helpful.

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