Business Administrator - Guildford

Job Title: Office AdministratorLocation: GuilfordSalary: £30,000 - £33,000Working Hours: Full-time, 5 days a week in the officeIndustry: Engineering

Overview:We are seeking a dedicated Office Administrator to join our engineering company based in Guildford. This role offers a dynamic and varied workload, where you will serve as the primary administrative support within the office. You will be the go-to person for a wide range of office and administrative tasks, with 20% of your duties involving reception responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be highly organises, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities with ease.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative Support: Prepare presentations, documents, reports, and work-winning material to a high standard
• Purchasing & Systems: Assist with purchasing tasks and provide system support as needed.
• HR Support: Assist with HR tasks such as on boarding new employees and coordinating inductions.
• Event Coordination: Organise and coordinate internal events, meetings, socials, and handle travel bookings and logistics.
• Project Support: Provide assistance with various project-related tasks and ad-hoc requests.
• Reception Duties: Provide cover for the Concierge team, including answering phone calls, welcoming visitors, and ensuring a high level of customer care.
• Client & Employee Care: Act as the first point of contact for queries, addressing issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Office Support: Handle tasks such as large printing, binding, photocopying, and raising support tickets.
• System & Policy Assistance: Offer guidance regarding current systems, policies, and business continuity matters.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in an administrative or office support role, ideally within an engineering or professional services environment.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle competing priorities.
• Professional, approachable, and proactive in dealing with both clients and staff.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary between £30,000 - £33,000
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Involvement in a variety of office functions and projects
• Professional development opportunities

If you are a highly motivated individual looking for a varied and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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