Administrator

Job Description

Ref: EDH 14618AdministratorCrediton, Devon£20,000 - £26,000 Pro-rata DOEOur client is seeking a part-time, permanent administrator who can seamlessly integrate into their team. You should possess comprehensive skills in office administration and thrive in a fast-paced office environment. If you have a special interest in marketing,that would be highly desirable, as the client is eager to find someone to manage the social media accounts for this particular office. This role would enable you to play a pivotal part in shaping the company culture. Its ideal for someone who is confidentin representing the firm and may involve participating in event fairs to promote the business.The client is a well-established firm, ranked in the top 50, with a strong presence in the Southwest region. The Crediton office, known for its vibrant atmosphere and its welcoming, people-centric culture, is committed to supporting your professional developmentas you advance in your role. As the administrator, you will be responsible for providing administrative assistance to the Lead Partners and contributing to the continued growth of the office.The responsibilities:

• Ensuring the office is opened and that the reception area and meeting rooms maintain a clean and organised appearance.
• Offering ad hoc support for accounts administration and secretarial tasks, reporting to the Partners, Directors, and Managers of the office.
• Managing the schedules for meeting rooms, welcoming clients, and coordinating refreshments for meetings.
• Efficiently answering phone calls, directing them appropriately, and accurately relaying messages.
• Representing the company in a professional and positive manner, whether in face-to-face interactions, over the phone, or through written communication.
• Handling tasks such as copy typing, document photocopying, binding, scanning, and managing incoming and outgoing correspondence in the Document Management System.
• Preparing outgoing mail, including franking, and receiving, opening, and distributing incoming mail and deliveries.
• Coordinating with external visitors and contractors to ensure compliance with fire safety procedures by signing them in and out of the building.
• Implementing office control procedures.
• Assisting in the preparation of tender proposals and presentations.
• Tackling other administrative tasks relevant to the office.

The candidate:

• Relevant experience and background in a similar administrative or customer/client-facing role.
• Strong interpersonal skills, outgoing, positive and friendly demeanour.
• Capable of multitasking, working independently or flexibly, and taking initiative to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Discreet and team-oriented, with a passion for service, and proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

The benefits:

• Up to 30 hours per week, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
• Initially, pro rata 4 weeks holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, with an increase to pro rata 5 weeks, also including bank holidays, after 3 years of service.
• You have the opportunity to carry over 1 weeks holiday into the subsequent holiday year.
• Annual review of salary to ensure competitiveness.
• A death-in-service benefit equal to three times your annual salary.
• Access Westfield Rewards and Health scheme and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme helpline for additional support.
• Choose from flexible options, including buying/selling holiday days, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving, and Private Medical Insurance.
• Earn rewards through commission schemes for introducing clients and team members.

If you would like to know more about this Administrator opportunity, then please get in touch with Emma Dudley-Hammatt, here at Lloyd Barnes Accountancy Recruitment.