Admin

Pertemps Southampton; Titchfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Southampton in Fareham is seeking a temporary Office Administrator to join a busy client site with an immediate start. The role runs for at least 4 weeks with potential to extend, offering a structured 08:00–17:00 schedule Monday to Friday and a £14.00 per hour base pay.

You will handle emails and calls, welcome visitors, provide excellent customer service, and support the wider team with general admin tasks, using Microsoft Word and Outlook to manage documentation efficiently.

Qualifications

• Previous office administration experience.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.
• Positive, professional, and proactive approach.
• Ability to use your own initiative and work independently.
• Well organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment.
• Confident answering calls and managing a busy inbox.

Responsibilities

• Managing incoming emails and telephone calls
• Meeting and greeting customers and visitors at reception
• Providing excellent customer service both face-to-face and over the phone
• Liaising with customers and internal office teams
• Carrying out a range of general administrative duties
• Processing paperwork accurately and efficiently
• Supporting the wider team with day-to-day office tasks
• Responding to customer enquiries and resolving queries where appropriate

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Office

Job description

Office Administrator (Temporary)

Start Date: ASAP

Basic Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour

Working Days: Monday to Friday

Working Hours: 08:00am - 05:00pm, with a 1 hour break

Duration: Minimum 4 weeks, with the potential to become ongoing

Location: Fareham

Role Overview

We’re currently recruiting for a temporary Office Administrator to join our Client in Fareham with an immediate start. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administration and customer service skills who enjoys working in a busy office environment. The role is initially for at least 4 weeks, with the possibility of being extended on an ongoing basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing incoming emails and telephone calls
• Meeting and greeting customers and visitors at reception
• Providing excellent customer service both face-to-face and over the phone
• Liaising with customers and internal office teams
• Carrying out a range of general administrative duties
• Processing paperwork accurately and efficiently
• Supporting the wider team with day-to-day office tasks
• Responding to customer enquiries and resolving queries where appropriate

Candidate Requirements

• Previous office administration experience
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Confident using Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook
• Positive, professional, and proactive approach
• Ability to use your own initiative and work independently
• Well organised with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment
• Confident answering calls and managing a busy inbox

Why Pertemps?

We’re a trusted recruitment partner, connecting talented people with opportunities that match their ambitions and lifestyle. We work with leading employers across the UK, offering genuine career growth and ongoing support. We take the time to understand what matters to you, providing honest feedback, guidance, and support every step of the way. We’re passionate about helping people progress, not just move, and we’re committed to finding roles that truly fit you.