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Office and Business Support Administrator

Cramlington, Northumberland

Salary Depending on Experience

We at JKR are supporting our client, an established international engineering business supplying specialist equipment and aftermarket services to the power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical and industrial sectors.

They are currently looking for an organised and service-oriented Office and Business Support Administrator to join their UK team.

This is a varied, hands-on position combining front office and facilities coordination with general administration and purchasing support. You will be one of the first points of contact for visitors and external stakeholders, helping to maintain a professional, welcoming and well-organised office environment.

Office and Business Support Administrator Responsibilities:

* Welcome visitors and external stakeholders, coordinate access and meetings, and help create a professional front office environment

* Support the day-to-day coordination of office facilities, supplies and equipment

* Keep track of facility contracts, workplace checks and related documentation

* Help identify facilities issues and support the maintenance of a safe, clean and professional workplace

* Provide general administrative support to colleagues across the business

* Assist the Purchasing team with purchase orders, vendor administration and outstanding purchasing activities

* Maintain organised and accurate records, following up on information and tasks where required

* Communicate professionally with colleagues, facility providers, visitors, couriers and other external partners

* Handle information with discretion and manage a varied workload while balancing competing priorities

Office and Business Support Administrator Required Experience:

* Previous experience in an administrative, office support, front office or similar role

* Experience supporting purchasing or procurement activities would be advantageous

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint, as well as Microsoft Teams

* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

* Confident interpersonal and communication skills

* A flexible, proactive and hands-on approach

* Professional, reliable and discreet when handling confidential information

* Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across the organisation

* Comfortable managing different priorities in a busy working environment

Office and Business Support Administrator Benefits / Working Hours:

* Full-time position within an established international organisation

* Varied role with exposure to office coordination, facilities and purchasing support

* Opportunity to work closely with teams across engineering, operations and commercial functions

* Professional and structured working environment with a focus on quality and continuous improvement

* Opportunities for further development

About Jackie Kerr Recruitment

Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years.
We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidate’s requirement’s to ensure that we place you in your ideal role.
We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment . com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press.
The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record.
So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job!
Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment . com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you