Alation

Office Manager (Contractor)

USA-CA-REDWOOD CITY · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 43 days ago

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About the role

Alation is pioneering the next era of data intelligence — powered by AI agents and trusted data. Organizations around the world rely on Alation to drive self-service analytics, cloud transformation, data governance, and AI innovation. Our technology helps enterprises connect people and data to make faster, smarter, and more confident decisions. With more
than $340M in funding – valued at over $1.7 billion and more than 650 customers, including 40% of the Fortune 100.

Own day-to-day operations of the Redwood City headquarters, ensuring a seamless and productive workplace experience.
Serve as the primary point of contact for building management, facilities partners, and office vendors.
Manage office supplies, equipment, inventory, mail services, and workspace organization.
Maintain workplace safety standards, compliance requirements, and office readiness.
Monitor and manage office budgets, vendor contracts, and operational expenses.
Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and employee experience.
Events, Hospitality & Leadership Support
Partner with IT and People teams to support onboarding, offboarding, and workplace logistics.
Support internal communications and culture-building initiatives that strengthen employee engagement.
You will serve as a trusted partner across teams, helping drive operational efficiency, employee engagement, and an exceptional in-office experience.

3+ years of experience in office management, workplace operations, executive support, or a related function within a fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and execute with minimal direction.
Experience managing vendors, facilities relationships, and general budgets.
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, and workplace operations tools.
Experience leveraging AI and modern productivity tools to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a calm, solutions-oriented approach.
You'll Thrive in This Role If You
Take ownership and proactively solve problems before they become obstacles.
Raise the bar on service, execution, and workplace experience.
Move with urgency and adapt quickly as priorities evolve.
Build strong relationships and enjoy supporting others' success.
Create welcoming, organized, and high-energy environments where teams can thrive.

Alation is pioneering the next era of data intelligence - powered by AI agents and trusted data.
Our technology helps enterprises connect people and data to make faster, smarter, and more confident decisions.
As data becomes the foundation of every business, Alation is leading the way in helping organizations unlock their full potential.

Manage catering, hospitality, and visitor experiences for employees, customers, candidates, and guests.
We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and service-oriented Office Manager (Contractor) to lead workplace operations for our Redwood City headquarters.
This role sits at the center of the employee experience, ensuring our office operates efficiently while creating an environment where employees, leaders, customers, and visitors can do their best work.

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