Senior Business Administrator - Minuting

Adecco recruiting on behalf of East Sussex County Council for an Administrative Support Officer (Minuting)

📍 Location: County Hall, Lewes
💷 Pay Rate: £13.90 per hour
🕒 Contract: Temporary assignment - approx 4 weeks
🏡 Working Pattern: Hybrid (office-based Tuesday & Thursday)

About the Role

Adecco are delighted to be recruiting for an Administrative Support Officer to join East Sussex County Council on a short-term basis.

This is a varied and fast-paced role where you will provide high-quality administrative support to help ensure services are delivered efficiently to the public. Duties will include managing documentation, supporting meetings (including minute taking), maintaining accurate records, and working closely with colleagues and stakeholders.

You will play a key role in supporting the team with day-to-day administrative tasks, working both independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive administrative support across the team
Take accurate minutes and distribute records of meetings
Manage diaries, inboxes, and meeting arrangements
Produce correspondence, reports, and documentation
Input and maintain data on internal systems and spreadsheets
Act as a point of contact for enquiries, ensuring a professional service
Maintain filing systems and ensure information is accurate and up to date

Key Skills & Experience

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

✅ Strong administrative experience, including using computer systems (Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint)
✅ Experience managing team inboxes and working to tight deadlines
✅ Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
✅ Excellent organisation, communication, and attention to detail
✅ Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality

Why Apply?

Gain valuable experience within a respected local authority
Hybrid working for improved work-life balance
Opportunity to build on your administrative and organisational skills

How to Apply

If you're an organised and proactive administrator looking for your next temporary opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

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