Office Assistant

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 required

Benefits

• 33 days of holiday, including Bank Holidays
• Life insurance at 3x the annual salary
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme

Salary
£26,000 - £27,000 per annum

If you would like further details, please contact Samantha at Employment Solutions, or email your CV to samantha@emp-sol.com