Admin Assistant
Salary - £12.8k p/a
Hours - 10am - 2pm Monday - Friday (20 Hours per Week)
Location - Halifax
Site based
Permanent
Our client, a leading company in their industry, is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to join their successful, growing team.
To be successful in this position, you must possess proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel, with excellent organisational and time management skills, allowing you to work effectively under deadlines. You should be methodical, with meticulous attention to detail and an understanding of the need for confidentiality. The ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritise tasks is essential.
Excellent communication skills (listening, telephone, email, and report writing) are a must, as well as experience in a customer service environment, including managing both internal and external customers. Assertiveness, teamwork, and the ability to manage working relationships at all levels are crucial qualities we seek.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure the efficient and smooth running of the department's operations
- Maintaining office filing systems (electronic and physical)
- Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence
- Preparing and editing documents, reports, and presentations
- Performing data entry and updating records as required
- Answering and directing phone calls in a polite and professional manner
- Liaising with internal teams and external partners to coordinate administrative activities
- Managing goods in transit
- Processing sales and purchase orders
- Scanning documents in line with sales orders
Key requirements of the Administrative Assistant:
- Good knowledge of Excel spreadsheets & Word processing
- Willingness to learn and adapt.
- Knowledge of Sage not essential but preferred.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently under pressure.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
- Proficiency in IT and management systems.
This role offer a great opportunity for an ambitious individual who is looking at growing/expanding with a successful company. If you are a highly organised and detail-oriented professional with exceptional administrative and customer service skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Please note this is a permanent part-time vacancy.