Administration Assistant

Stafforce Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Administration Assistant in Northampton. The candidate will process sales orders, manage customer communications, and support the Accounts Department. The ideal applicant has strong computer skills, especially in Sage 50, and excellent customer service abilities. The role offers a competitive salary and permanent employment with an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills required including proficiency in Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience in an administrative role is essential.
• Strong customer service skills, with effective verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Process sales orders accurately and efficiently.
• Communicate with customer enquiries by telephone and email.
• Assist Accounts Department with processing purchase orders.

Skills

Previous experience in an administrative role

Strong computer skills including Outlook, Word, Excel

Strong understanding of Sage 50

Very good customer service skills

Good communication and organisational skills

Job description

Administration Assistant

£26,325 per annum – £13.50 per hour

Daventry, Northants

Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm & Friday 7am to 3pm.

Permanent – Immediate start available.

The Role

Our long established manufacturing client based in Daventry are recruiting for a permanent Administration Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Process sales orders accurately and efficiently.
• Keep updated supplier and customer pricing.
• Assist Accounts Department with processing purchase orders.
• Communicate with customer enquiries by telephone and email.
• Keep up‑to‑date records and maintenance schedules, Personnel, Health & Safety documents, training logs & production schedules.
• Assist Managers and Company Directors with any ad‑hoc tasks required.

Required Skills / Experience

• Previous experience working in an administrative role.
• Strong computer skills including Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Strong understanding of Sage 50.
• Very good customer service skills both verbal and written.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Application

Please apply in the first instance with a copy of your CV.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we’re happy to discuss flexible working options.

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