Contract Administrator - Derby

Job Description

Contract Administrator (Derby)Job reference number: RAF0007843Who are we looking for An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Contract Administrator to join our team in Derby on a fixed-term basis. You will play a key role in supporting the local management team and operational staff to deliver a high-quality service across the region. This is a fixed-term position working a total of 40 hours per week, Monday to Fridayand will be maternity cover.Who are we idverde is Europe’s leading provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation projects, with an annual turnover of €700m and over 7,000 colleagues operating throughout the UK, France, the Netherlands, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland. We offera holistic range of services to support the creation, maintenance, and management of landscapes throughout the UK, working with both public and private sector clients to deliver bespoke solutions for each project’s unique challenges.As the UK’s top grounds maintenance and landscaping provider, idverde UK offers a broad range of services. From professional open space management to landscape design and build, grounds maintenance, tree surgery, civil engineering, outdoor facilitiesmanagement, biodiversity management, waterways management, traffic management and much more.Are you who we are looking for

• Assist with the smooth running of the office by performing a range of tasks including answering the phone, dealing with post, updating site notice boards and accurate record keeping.
• Proven track record in a busy admin role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Packages, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Help to arrange meetings, organise catering and take minutes as required.
• Assist managers with the recruitment of operative staff and issuing contracts of employment/ seasonal contracts/ terminations.
• Liaise with HR and Payroll to ensure that they are kept informed of all staff changes (recruits, salary changes, promotion, leaving dates) and training and development.
• Record the issue of protective clothing and uniform to employees.
• Consolidate timesheets for approval by the Contract Manager/Operations Director and enter monthly timesheet data.
• At least an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in business admin desired but for the right candidate training can be provided.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse range of people.
• Demonstrable aptitude to utilise information technology including spreadsheets, email etc.

What is in it for you

• A competitive salary to match your level of experience
• 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme of 5% (employer matched) after 3 months service
• Refer a friend - £500 for every successful candidate employed
• Access to our Health and wellbeing support programme (EAP)
• Annual and monthly colleague recognition schemes with rewards to be won!
• Support to continually develop your knowledge, skills, and behaviours, and drive your career forward
• A range of flexible benefits, including retail discounts, volunteering policies and financial wellbeing support
• Plus, much more

Interested Please apply with an up-to-date CV making sure to quote the job reference numberJob reference number: RAF0007843