Office Administrator (Lisburn / Immediate / 12.85ph)

Location: Lisburn
Salary: £22,000 - £25,000 per annum
Contract: Initial 3 -6 Month Temporary Contract / 36.25hrs per week

Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced Administrator to join their team. The successful candidate will provide modern, efficient, and customer-focused administrative services to support various functions within the organisation. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to supporting internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide professional administrative support to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring adherence to relevant policies and procedures.
• Prepare and collate documents, reports, and statistics for management and committees, including board reports and statutory returns.
• Maintain and update databases, spreadsheets, and filing systems, handling sensitive information with care.
• Support meetings by preparing materials, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
• Handle general office duties, including correspondence, mail processing, and requisitioning of supplies.
• Administer specific processes across various directorates, such as finance, HR, and service delivery.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by addressing queries and complaints efficiently.
• Issue and reconcile petty cash, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
• Provide cover for administrative functions across different geographic locations as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of administrative processes and systems.

Essential Criteria:

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C or above, including English and Maths.
• At least two years of experience in a demanding office environment performing a range of business support tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with a strong customer service orientation.

Desirable:

• Experience taking minutes and producing action plans from meetings.
• Experience working within local government or the public sector.

To apply today contact Ethan Boylan in the strictest confidence.

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