Administration Assistant - Local Authority

Spinwell Global; Penrith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Administration Assistant for a contract role in Penrith. The successful candidate will provide essential admin support in the public sector, managing electronic mailing systems and processing various requests. This role requires strong clerical skills and the ability to communicate tactfully with the public. The position offers a pay rate of £17.23 per hour, with an expected contract length until January 2027. Applicants should have relevant experience and be IT literate.

Qualifications

• Proven competence in English, either through GCSE or equivalent.
• Demonstrable clerical and IT skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the Central Ticket Office.
• Manage electronic mailing systems and produce daily prints.
• Process ownership transfers and handle course requests.

Skills

English GCSE (A-C) or equivalent

RSA II or demonstrable competence

Clerical experience

IT Literate

Ability to prioritise and work under pressure

Experience in dealing with members of the public

Tactful and assertive communication

Job description

Role: Administration Assistant REF 372684 Contract Length: Until January 2027 Location: Penrith – office based IR35: Inside Pay Rate to Intermediary: £17.23 per hour Spinwell is recruiting for an Administration Assistant for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

Provide general Admin support to all staff in the Central Ticket Office, including operation of electronic mailing system, producing all daily prints and dealing with large volumes of incoming post. To process transfer of ownerships to further enforcement, driver admissions and educational course requests

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE OF THE ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

• English GCSE (A-C) or equivalent or demonstrable competence
• RSA ll or demonstrable competence
• Clerical experience
• IT Literate
• Ability to Prioritise, work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Experience in dealing with members of the public
• Able to deal with individuals in a tactful but appropriately assertive manner

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