Why join us? Bringing together leading minds and practitioners in the sector, Wessex Archaeology is a trusted archaeology and heritage service provider and educational charity. From our network of international offices, we work in partnership with our clients to deliver sustainable solutions to manage the historic environment - above ground, below ground and underwater. We are committed to our social impact. This means using the knowledge and connections we make through our commercial activities as a catalyst to engage the communities in which we work. Join us and you’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to shaping a better future for our staff, the sector, and the world. As well as having knowledgeable and dedicated colleagues, you’ll have an opportunity to access a variety of fascinating and high-profile projects and develop your skills and knowledge along the way. The role: We are seeking an experienced, organised Business Support Senior Administrator to join the Wessex Archaeology Business Support Team working in our Bristol office on a one-year contract, spending 70% of time supporting the regional team, 20% on projects for the national Business Support team and 10% for the Facilities Team. The ideal candidate will have experience of working within a busy office and looking to further develop their skills and experience. The successful candidate will be a proactive individual who enjoys a varied workload, has excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills. Main responsibilities include various administrative support with key tasks outlined below: Organising accommodation, site supplies, PPE and vehicles for deployment on projects Processing timesheets and expenses, both locally and assisting, where required, nationally Raising purchase orders and invoicing for internal and external projects Purchasing items for the Bristol office, in conjunction with the Sustainable Procurement Manager Booking national and international travel Managing credit card and petty cash purchases, logging transactions Delivering office support covering reception, switchboard, ordering stationery, kitchen supplies, managing post/couriers, coordinating desk bookings and office inductions for new joiners and visitors Managing Bristol office training and certifications records, booking training courses and liaising with Salisbury Logistics team Responsible for co-ordinating and leading on maintenance issues and facilities support in Bristol, closely liaising with the Facilities management team in Salisbury, where appropriate Providing secretariat support to national meetings Ad hoc projects both locally and nationally Essential : Previous experience of working collaboratively within a business support/administrative role Confident in using Microsoft packages/tools including Word, Excel and Teams Previous experience using finance systems or project management software Educated to GCSE level with Maths and English Grade 4 or above (previously Grade C or above) or equivalent Ability to build strong working relationships Ability to work independently across various internal teams Desirable : Relevant administrative qualification e.g. secretarial qualification, NVQ Business Administration qualification, Experience of managing day-to-day facilities requirements in an office What can you look forward to? Our focus is on creating a collaborative culture where people can thrive, develop and where safety and wellbeing come first. From anonymising candidate data in our recruitment process to continuous improvements in our benefits, we’re committed to creating a safe, fair, and inclusive working environment. We offer: 22 days of annual leave per year plus bank holidays rising to 27 after 5 years of continuous service. Option to buy up to 5 days holiday per year. Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme, Wessex Archaeology employer pension contribution 6.5%. Life assurance scheme of three times your basic salary. Wellbeing and family-friendly benefits Our maternity, adoption and shared parental pay is 100% for 12 weeks, 90% for 21 weeks and 6 weeks statutory, day 1 eligibility. Enhanced paternity leave, up to 4 weeks from day 1. 5 days of carers leave. Paid sick leave from the start of a contract, with the number of days dependent on length of service. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements where applicable. Company Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - free and confidential service in the form of counselling and assistance in areas such as health and stress. AIG SmartHealth - round-the-clock support for you and your family. Sustainability and other benefits Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme. Bike2Work scheme. 100% Professional membership costs reimbursed. High-quality personal protective equipment (PPE) provided. Free transport from regional offices to sites. Time in lieu or paid time for drivers. Subsistence allowance. Wessex Archaeology offers a flexible approach to working, however due to the nature of the role this will be primarily office-based working with the opportunity to work from home one day per week. How to apply Interested in working with us? Email your completed application form and equal opportunities monitoring form by 14 April 2025. All applications will be acknowledged within 2 weeks of the closing date. Interviews will be held 24 April 2025. If you have questions about the role, then please contact Claire Hammond. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and aim to be supportive in our recruitment and employment practices. Please let us know if you need any special arrangements or adjustments in the application or interview process. Successful candidates must have proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK by the start of their employment.?