Office Assistant
Permanent
Salary: £26,000 - £27,000
Working hours are Monday-Thursday from 8 am to 4:30 pm, and Friday from 8 am to 1 pm, making it ideal for candidates who value an early finish to the week.
Introduction
This permanent Office Assistant role provides essential administrative and organisational support for a busy office within a high-stakes sector, such as aerospace or engineering. Responsibilities include coordinating financial and HR tasks, managing office supplies, and liaising with clients and suppliers to facilitate smooth office operations.
The position offers opportunities to support multiple departments, ensuring efficient communication and functionality within the team.
Who this job would suit
This role is suited to a proactive, organised professional with experience in administration or secretarial work, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial setting. A keen problem-solver with strong attention to detail, you'll thrive in a role that demands a high level of accuracy and a practical approach. Flexibility, efficiency, and excellent interpersonal skills are key qualities for success in this position.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain databases, ensuring documentation is legally compliant
Develop and implement office procedures and filing systems
Order stationery, furniture, and manage stock levels
Handle correspondence, respond to queries, and prepare letters and reports
Train and support new office staff
Liaise with staff, suppliers, clients, and third-party service providers
Administer HR paperwork and onboarding processes
Use software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office, SAGE, Bright HR) for record-keeping
Maintain up-to-date personnel records
Assist in recruitment and process payroll and expenses
Manage office facilities and coordinate with contractors
Provide administrative support to Directors
Perform ad hoc administrative tasks as requiredBenefits
33 days of holiday, including Bank Holidays
Life insurance at 3x the annual salary
Free parking
Health insurance
Employee Assistance ProgrammeSalary
£26,000 - £27,000 per annum
If you would like further details, please contact Samantha at Employment Solutions, or email your CV to (url removed)