Office Administrator

Office Administrator

Location: Newton Abbot, Devon
Contract: Permanent , 37.5 hours per week
Salary: National Minimum Wage
Closing Date: 30th June 2026

Job Description

Join Our Team as an Office Administrator!

We’re looking for a proactive and organised Office Administrator to join our Newton Abbot team in a varied, fast-paced role at the heart of our business. Acting as a key point of contact, you’ll support both front-of-house reception and wider administrative functions, helping to keep daily operations running smoothly.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Welcoming visitors, answering telephone calls in a timely, friendly, professional and proficient manner
  • Monitoring the meeting room calendars and room bookings
  • Booking of boardrooms and preparing them for meetings
  • Keeping the reception areas and meeting rooms tidy
  • Booking out of company cars
  • Assisting with administrative tasks to support departments across the business
  • General ad-hoc office duties, projects, and activities as and when required
  • Support the billing function across departments
  • Create bills/help with bill creation where needed.
  • Finalise bills and generate fee note letters/emails or attach to existing letters.
  • Supporting with our filing function and distributing client files as required.
  • Managing the incoming and outgoing post each day
  • Courier run between offices and client premises (once a week)
  • Copy / audio typing / data entry and maintaining records
  • Removal of shredding material for old paperwork and files
  • Other general administration duties

Required Experience

  • 5 GCSEs C (4) or Above, including English and Maths
  • Pro-active and highly resourceful
  • Ability to show initiative and work within a team.
  • Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise work effectively
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills that enable you to build rapport with people at various levels across the workforce and client base
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively with a high degree of attention to detail

Desired Skills

  • Receptionist experience
  • Administrative / finance based experience
  • Knowledge of accounting software such as Sage, Quickbook or Xero
  • Accounts production software such as CCH
  • Full UK Driving License
  • This role may require some physical work such as moving boxes of files.

Benefits

  • 20 days holiday, plus bank holidays
  • 1 extra holiday day for Christmas
  • An additional 0.5 days holiday after each year (up to 25 days)
  • Flexible hours scheme around core hours of 9.30 – 4.00
  • Medicash cash plan
  • Online discount shopping portal
  • Access to a 24 hour employee helpline
  • Payment of 1 professional subscription per year
  • Fully funded training qualifications
  • Training bonuses for students
  • Parking permit salary sacrifice
  • Employee referral bonus of up to £1500
  • Dress down Friday
  • Wellbeing team

Company Culture:

We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member can thrive. Our culture emphasises continuous learning, professional development, and work-life balance. We encourage collaboration and innovation, ensuring that everyone feels valued and heard. Our team enjoys a friendly atmosphere with social events and a commitment to employee well-being.

How to Apply:

If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a new challenge, please click the apply now button on the right.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must have existing and valid right to work in the UK to be considered.

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Complete our online application form to submit your CV and apply for this position.

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