Work Environment
Front Office Junior Managers typically work in the following Career Sectors:
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Most commonly reported Work Activities
- Interacting With Computers Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
- Getting Information Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems Analysing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Processing Information Compiling, coding, categorising, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
- Analysing Data or Information Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
- Documenting/Recording Information Entering, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
- Coaching and Developing Others Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
- Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
- Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events Identifying information by categorising, estimating, recognising differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Most commonly reported Work Tasks
- Supervise the work of office, administrative, or customer service employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems.
- Resolve customer complaints or answer customers' questions regarding policies and procedures.
- Provide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems or in resolving escalated complaints or disputes.
- Review records or reports pertaining to activities such as production, payroll, or shipping to verify details, monitor work activities, or evaluate performance.
- Discuss job performance problems with employees to identify causes and issues and to work on resolving problems.
- Prepare and issue work schedules, deadlines, and duty assignments for office or administrative staff.
- Recruit, interview, and select employees.
- Interpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to staff.
- Evaluate employees' job performance and conformance to regulations and recommend appropriate personnel action.
- Train or instruct employees in job duties or company policies or arrange for training to be provided.
Interests - Front Office Junior Manager
This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Entry - Front Office Junior Manager
Training can also help you progress and there are both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in business and management which can support you in your career.
Training & Development Pathways
FET Centre Traineeship: Business Admin, Customer service, Supervisory & Project Management in centres around Ireland NFQ Level 5-6 Search our FET Coursefinder
FET PLC Courses: Business Management, HR, Marketing, Commerce at NFQ Levels 5-6 Search our FET PLC Coursefinder
Apprenticeship: Lean Sigma, Accounting, Finance, Insurance, Sales Apprenticeships NFQ level 6-8 Search Apprenticeships
Higher Education CAO Entry: Business, Management, HR, Commerce, Finance NFQ Levels 6-8 Search our CAO coursefinder
Postgraduate Study Options Management, Business NFQ level 9
Last Updated: April, 2023
Pay & Salary - Front Office Junior Manager
Salary Range (thousands per year)* 36k - 70k
Salaries vary by employer, location, experience, and duties.
Data Source(s):
Payscale/ Excel/ Sigmar/ Morgan McKinley/ Osborne
Last Updated: March, 2024
* The lower figures typically reflect starting salaries. Higher salaries are awarded to those with greater experience and responsibility. Positions in Dublin sometimes command higher salaries.
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Labour Market Updates - Front Office Junior Manager
This information has been derived from the Solas National Skills Bulletin (2023).
Employment levels for this occupation have remained relatively stable in recent years. These roles were found across all sectors of the economy, albeit in small numbers. The data does not point to any issues with this occupation at present
Useful Contacts - Front Office Junior Manager
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Irish Management Institute
- Clonard, Sandyford Road, Dublin 16
- 1800 22 33 88
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