Managed Office vs Traditional Lease in East Leeds: Which Is Right for Your Business?
Taking an office traditionally can come with a surprisingly long to-do list.
Find a property. Negotiate the lease. Sort utilities. Arrange furniture. Think about maintenance. Work out what happens when something breaks.
And that’s before you’ve actually moved your team in.
For businesses looking for office space in East Leeds, a managed office can offer another option.
What is a managed office?
A managed office gives your business its own dedicated workspace, without necessarily having to take on all the responsibilities associated with a traditional commercial lease.
At Plateworks House in East Leeds, the managed office offering is designed for businesses that want their own space while keeping things simpler.
The offering includes rent, service charge and utilities, giving businesses a clearer way to manage their workspace.
Managed office vs traditional lease
So what’s the difference?
A traditional lease
With a traditional office lease, businesses generally take responsibility for more of the practical side of running the space.
That can include things such as:
- Setting up utilities
- Managing the office
- Furnishing the space
- Dealing with maintenance
- Managing additional property costs
- Planning around a longer-term commitment
For an established business, that may be completely fine.
But for a growing company, it can feel like a lot of admin.
A managed office
A managed office is designed to make the process simpler.
You have your own dedicated workspace, but with more of the practical side taken care of.
That can make it particularly appealing for businesses that want the privacy and identity of their own office without taking on everything that comes with managing a commercial property.
Who is a managed office suitable for?
Managed offices can work particularly well for businesses that:
- Have outgrown coworking
- Want their own dedicated space
- Are growing their team
- Want more control over their workspace
- Don’t want to manage a traditional commercial property
- Need flexibility as their business changes
It’s also useful for businesses that want an office that feels like their space without spending months setting one up.
Why East Leeds?
Plateworks House is located on East Leeds Business Park, making it a practical alternative for businesses that don’t necessarily want to commute into Leeds city centre every day.
There is free parking, straightforward road access and plenty of everyday amenities nearby, including food options, Tesco, gyms, leisure facilities and padel courts.
Leeds Bradford Airport is also around a 30–45 minute drive away, depending on traffic.
Basically, it’s built for people who would rather spend less time fighting city-centre traffic.
What if your team grows?
This is where flexibility becomes useful.
Plateworks House currently has office options suitable for teams ranging from smaller groups through to larger businesses, including spaces for approximately 5–6, 7–9, 8–10, 10–12, 13–16, 16–18 and 20–24 people.
So if your team changes, your workspace doesn’t necessarily have to become a problem.
What about community?
A managed office doesn’t have to mean working in isolation.
At 2-Work, the people are a big part of the workspace.
The community team helps create a welcoming environment, while businesses still have their own dedicated space to get on with work.
Professional when you need it.
Friendly when you don’t.
FAQs
What is the difference between a managed office and a traditional lease?
A managed office gives you dedicated workspace while taking care of more of the practical office responsibilities. A traditional lease generally gives the tenant more responsibility for managing the property and associated costs.
Is Plateworks House a managed office?
Yes. Plateworks House offers managed office space alongside private offices, coworking, meeting rooms and virtual office services.
Is a managed office good for a growing business?
It can be. The flexibility can make it easier for businesses to adapt their workspace as their team and requirements change.
Where is Plateworks House?
Plateworks House is on East Leeds Business Park at Riva Park, Coal Road, LS14.
Is a managed office right for your business?
If you want your own office but don’t fancy taking on every responsibility that comes with a traditional commercial lease, a managed office could be the middle ground.
Your own space. Less of the office admin. More time to actually run the business.
Think a managed office could work for your business? Explore managed office space at Plateworks House or speak to the 2-Work team about your requirements.
