Administration Assistant

Prime Appointments; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive recruitment agency is seeking a Temporary Administration Assistant for a 3-6 month contract in Bury St Edmunds. Responsibilities include processing customer orders, maintaining records, and supporting the customer service team. Candidates should have proven administrative experience, high attention to detail, and strong communication skills. The role offers £12.21 per hour, working 36.5 hours per week with specific hours from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Proven data entry and administration experience.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Organized, efficient, and able to manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Processing and accurately inputting customer orders using the IFS system.
• Chasing missing information, pricing, POs and proforma payments.
• Following up on blocked orders and outstanding payments.
• Processing new customer account set-ups and maintaining records.
• Issuing and chasing order confirmations and quotations.
• Liaising with Logistics to update consignee details.
• Supporting the team with general administrative tasks.

Skills

Data entry experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Confidence with computer systems

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong English communication skills

Teamwork ability

Job description

Temporary Administration Assistant required on a 3-6 month contract to join a friendly and supportive Customer Service team in Bury St Edmunds. Paying around £12.21 per hour, working 36.5 hours per week Monday-Thursday 08:00-16:30 with a 12:30 finish on Fridays!

Key Administration duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Processing and accurately inputting customer orders using the IFS system
• Chasing missing information, pricing, POs and proforma payments to progress orders
• Following up on blocked orders and outstanding payments
• Processing new customer account set-ups and maintaining customer records
• Issuing and chasing order confirmations and quotations
• Liaising with Logistics to update consignee details and delivery dates
• Supporting the customer service team and carrying out general administrative tasks

Skills and Experience required to be considered for this position:

• Proven data entry and administration experience
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Organised, efficient, and able to manage workload effectively
• Confident using computer systems, Microsoft Office, and Excel
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work as part of a team and adapt within a fast-paced environment

If you feel this temporary Administration Assistant position is suited to you and you have the relevant experience required, please apply with your CV and we will be in touch.