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Bring in office managers for reception, travel and calendar coordination, facilities, vendor handling, meeting support, and day-to-day office operations. FRATCH matches you fast with vetted, available freelancers who fit your setup.

About the role

What they handle

Office managers keep the workplace running. They handle the tasks that sit between people, spaces, and vendors, so teams can stay focused on client work. In many companies, the role also covers office coordinator or office administrator duties.

  • Reception, visitor handling, and front-desk support
  • Calendar, meeting, and travel coordination
  • Supplies, purchasing, and vendor follow-up
  • Office processes, documentation, and internal support
  • Event preparation, onboarding help, and team logistics

Skills that matter

Strong office managers are calm, structured, and service-minded. They keep details in order without losing sight of priorities. They know how to work with executives, employees, suppliers, and external partners at the same time.

  • Clear written and spoken communication
  • Planning, coordination, and follow-through
  • Solid Excel, Outlook, and document handling
  • Confidence with office software, booking tools, and shared calendars
  • Discretion with sensitive internal information

Typical assignments

Companies bring in freelance office managers when the workload changes quickly. That can be during growth, team moves, sick leave cover, parent leave cover, or when an internal hire is still being recruited. Startups, SMBs, and international teams often need flexible support that can start quickly.

In Germany, this role is common in offices that need reliable German-language coordination, but English-speaking support is often useful in international teams. A freelance office manager can work on-site, hybrid, or remotely, depending on how much physical presence the office needs.

What strong work looks like

The best office managers do more than react to requests. They create order, spot gaps early, and keep routines running without constant supervision. Good candidates are practical, service-oriented, and able to adapt when priorities change.

  • They set up simple, repeatable processes
  • They keep communication clear and timely
  • They stay organized under pressure
  • They handle confidential topics with care
  • They make the office easier to work in for everyone

Meet FRATCH Office Managers

Roman Passarge

Roman Passarge

Interim Chief Administrative Officer

Schramberg

Last position:

Interim Chief Administrative Officer at Leibniz-IRS

  • Year-end closing
  • Accounting, controlling, budgeting
  • Human resources & staff development
  • All legal matters
  • Contracts
  • IT & digitalization
  • Preparation and phase 1 of a major construction project (EUR 15M project volume, variant planning, space concept, tendering and awarding of phase 1)
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Phylis Zühl

Phylis Zühl

Freelance Senior Executive Assistant

Berlin

Last position:

Freelance Head of the Office of the DGKL Presidium at Society for Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine

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Sham Sara

Sham Sara

Freelance strategic communications, project managerment, operations, stakholder partnerships, and events.

Berlin

Last position:

Office Director, Office of the EGM Strategic Communications & Engagement at Victorian Government

  • Chief of Staff and operational lead, helping scale a division from 6 to 57 staff, establishing structures, workflows, workforce planning, and internal communications to support growth.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations, budget management (AUD $10M), executive briefings, and problem-solving across teams, removing operational pressure from senior leadership.
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Svenja Klein

Svenja Klein

Finance Assistant

Biebertal

Last position:

Finance Assistant at foryouandyourcustomers Stuttgart GmbH

  • Responsible for a GmbH with three locations
  • Preliminary bookkeeping in Sevdesk
  • Incoming and outgoing invoices and dunning
  • Credit card management
  • Office Management & Assistance: preliminary payroll accounting
  • Event Management: monthly P&L preparation
  • Preparing annual financial statements
  • Supporting the payroll office
  • Contact person for employees on all salary-related topics
  • Maintaining controlling spreadsheets
  • Assisting three managing directors
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Justin Tönjes

Justin Tönjes

Work Package Lead

Oldenburg

Last position:

Work Package Lead at Heraeus Consulting & IT Solutions GmbH

  • Configuration of interfaces in the SAP context

  • Troubleshooting, SQL debugging

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Silke Stein

Silke Stein

Personal Assistant, Private Assistant, Assistant, Secretary, PMO, Business Freelancer, Office Manager, Virtual Assistant

Koblenz

Last position:

Silke Stein | Founder at DIGITAL WORKERS

Digital Workers is a company that specializes in providing workshops and other services related to digital technology and automation. We offer a range of training programs and workshops designed to help individuals and businesses improve their digital skills and optimize their workflow. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering high-quality training and support to our clients. Whether you are looking to learn new digital skills, enhance your existing knowledge, or implement automation solutions in your business, Digital Workers can provide the expertise and guidance you need. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you achieve your digital goals.

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Sabrina Keller

Sabrina Keller

Office Manager

Ramsen

Last position:

Office Manager at Energy Industry

  • Preparatory bookkeeping

  • Supplier coordination to optimize business processes

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Office Managers statistics

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

18 years

Position duration

2.8 years

Positions per freelancer

9

Top business areas

Operations, Human Resources, Project Management

Top industries

Professional Services, Education, Information Technology

Certification focus areas

Business Intelligence, Human Resources, Information Technology

Bachelor's degree or higher

33%

Master's degree or higher

33%

Certifications per freelancer

1

Most common languages

German, English, Spanish

Speak two or more languages

86%

Daily Rate Distribution

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Average rates for Office Managers & Seniority distribution

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

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Daily rate avg. 503 €

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Median rate 480 €

The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.

Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Looking for clear information? Everything important about FRATCH is here

A Office Manager handles the daily running of the office and keeps support tasks under control. That usually includes reception, scheduling, travel, supplies, vendor contact, and general coordination. In some companies, the role also covers parts of office administration or team assistance.

The difference is usually scope. An office manager owns the office setup and the flow around it, while an administrative assistant often supports one person or one team more directly. If you need someone to coordinate facilities, vendors, routines, and internal processes, the office manager profile is the better fit.

Look for strong organization, clear communication, and calm handling of many moving parts. A good candidate should be comfortable with calendars, travel, documents, office software, and supplier communication. Discretion matters too, because the role often touches internal information.

Yes. A freelancer is often the fastest way to cover leave, bridge a hiring gap, or support a busy period. This works especially well when you need someone who can step in, learn the setup quickly, and keep operations stable without a long onboarding phase.

It depends on the office setup. Many tasks can be done remotely, such as scheduling, ordering, document handling, and coordination with suppliers. But reception, facilities oversight, and in-person support usually require at least some on-site presence, especially for teams in Germany.

Companies may search for Office Manager, office coordinator, office administrator, or team assistant. The right title depends on how broad the responsibility is. If the person also handles reception, vendors, and internal office processes, office manager is usually the clearest label.

Look for evidence that the person keeps systems running, not just that they respond to requests. Good signs are structured work habits, clear communication, and examples of improved office routines or smoother coordination. References or past assignments in similar office settings are especially useful.

Expect a mix of operational tasks, coordination, and direct support for people across the business. In Germany, many clients value reliable written communication and a professional, service-focused style. It helps to be flexible about working hours and comfortable switching between on-site and remote tasks when needed.

The average hourly rate for Office Managers in Germany is 63 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 503 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers working as Office Managers in Germany, 33% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 33% hold at least a Master's degree.

On average, freelancers working as Office Managers in Germany have 18 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.8 years.

The most common languages among freelancers working as Office Managers in Germany are German (100%), English (86%), and Spanish (14%).

The most common industries among freelancers working as Office Managers in Germany are Professional Services (71%), Education (57%), and Information Technology (57%).

The most common business areas among freelancers working as Office Managers in Germany are Operations (100%), Human Resources (86%), and Project Management (71%).

FRATCH Office Managers main locations

Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.

Berlin Hamburg Munich Cologne Frankfurt Stuttgart Dusseldorf Leipzig Dortmund Essen Bremen Dresden Hanover Nuremberg

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