Admin Assistant

Michael Page (UK); Southampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company based in Southampton is seeking an Admin Assistant to support various administrative tasks, payroll, and reception duties. The role offers opportunities for growth within a vibrant team, with benefits including a supportive work environment and early finishes. Ideal candidates will be organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

Employee Health Benefit Scheme

People's Pension Scheme

20 days statutory holiday, plus bank holidays

Regular staff events

Free on-site parking

Free lunch on the last day of each month

Early Friday finishes at 4pm

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English required.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Driving license essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform general administrative tasks like typing and answering calls.
• Assist in payroll responsibilities and archive maintenance.
• Complete daily time sheets and manage postal duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Proactive attitude

Teamwork

IT proficiency

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade 5/C or above

Tools

MS Office/365

Job description

• Opportunity to join the company thriving on growth.
• Local role based in Southampton

About Our Client

Michael Page is pleased to be working with this well established company based in Southampton. Our clients culture is very important and is based on their company values of expert, respectful, innovative and collaborative. They develop high performing teams diverse in experiences, backgrounds and ideas. As a growing company, there are plenty of opportunities for development and quick progression.

Job Description

The key responsibilities for the Admin Assistant role are:

• General administrative tasks including, but not limited to, typing and distributing letters, answering calls, photocopying and scanning
• Assisting with duties of Reception and Admin Supervisor when required (including welcoming visitors)
• Completing time sheet accurately on a daily basis
• Postal responsibilities including daily scanning and booking of post, opening of mail
• Payroll responsibilities including payroll checks and daily filing of documents using Iris software
• Archiving and maintaining archive database
• Processing of in-house forms
• Banking when required

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate for the Admin Assistant role is someone with the following:

• GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade 5/C or above.
• Whilst it is not required, previous experience working in a similar role would be advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Office/ 365 applications, specifically Excel and able to pick up new IT software very quickly.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Have a proactive can-do attitude and the ability to effectively manage workload and prioritise tasks.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with good organisational skills.
• Approachable and friendly with the ability to work as part of a team and be self-motivated when working independently.
• Driving license essential.

What's on Offer

The candidate for the Admin Assistant role will receive the following:

• Joining a fast growing company with exciting growth plans ahead
• Plenty of opportunity to increase your technical knowledge and skills
• A varied role within a talented and experienced team
• The Eastleigh/Andover/Basingstoke office is centrally located, with easy access to local shops/supermarkets, main roads and train stations. They also have free on-site parking available
• Regular staff events, including a Christmas Party and a company-wide summer party
• They offer 20 days statutory holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra 3 days at Christmas. Bonus days accrue after 3 years of service.
• Employee Health Benefit Scheme - allowing you to claim back money for things like dentist appointments, prescriptions etc.
• Peoples Pension Scheme
• We offer early Friday finishes at 4pm
• Free lunch on the last day working day of each month