Admin Assistant/Receptionist

Abbey Upholsterers Ltd; Carrickfergus; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local upholstery company is looking for a full-time Admin Assistant/Receptionist to join their team in Carrickfergus. This role is vital in providing customer service and administrative support, including answering calls, greeting visitors, and ordering fabrics from suppliers. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and experience in administrative work. Knowledge of software like Sage is a plus. Competitive salary based on experience and a 38.5-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• Professional, excellent communication & interpersonal skills required.
• Strong organisational skills & attention to detail necessary.
• Experience in a receptionist or administrative role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct incoming calls and greet visitors.
• Order fabrics from suppliers and liaison regarding deliveries.
• Communicate delivery updates to the sales team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Customer-focused

Multitasking

Experience in a receptionist role

Knowledge of order processing

Experience using Sage software

Familiarity with suppliers

Tools

Sage software

Job description

Abbey Upholsterers is seeking a full time Admin Assistant/Receptionist to join our team. This is a key front-of-house role, ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of customer service and administrative duties. The successful candidate will provide vital administrative and reception support, helping coordinate communication between customers, suppliers, and our internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Answering & directing incoming calls. Greeting visitors & customers in a professional manner.
• Ordering fabrics from suppliers. Liaising with suppliers by phone/email regarding expected deliveries.
• Communicating delivery updates to the sales team.

Skills and Qualifications

• Professional, excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills & attention to detail.
• Able to multitask and prioritise workload effectively.
• Customer-focused.
• Experience in a receptionist or administrative role.
• Knowledge of order processing or stock control.
• Experience using Sage software.
• Familiarity with working alongside suppliers or logistics teams.

Vacancy ID 1750095 Job ref. Carrick111225 Job Sector Secretarial and Administration Area Co Antrim Location Carrickfergus Salary Dependent on experience No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Permanent Weekly hours 38.5 Published date 12/12/2025 Closing date 19/01/2026 Worktime 8.30am - 5.30pm Monday to Thursday, 8.30am - 1pm Friday