Administrative Assistant

Artemis Human Capital; Downpatrick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in Northern Ireland is looking for an Administrative Assistant to support daily operations in the showroom and sales department. The ideal candidate is proactive and organised, with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include handling enquiries, managing orders, and supporting the sales team. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attention to detail with a proactive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience in retail, sales or administration is desirable.
• Willingness to learn and take on varied tasks as required.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones and deal with enquiries.
• Manage the unallocated order and unpaid COD list.
• Ensure displays are tidy and visually appealing.
• Assist with content creation for social media.
• Support trade order processing and general administration tasks.
• Handle daily cashing up and liaise with the Accounts department.
• Monitor and replenish stationery supplies.
• Provide occasional support to the Despatch team.
• Assist the Sales team when required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a team

Job description

Administrative Assistant – Downpatrick – £ Competitive

Artemis HC is working with a well-established business in the home improvement and interiors industry, known for their commitment to excellent customer service and high-quality products. As the company continues to grow, they are looking for a motivated individual to join the team in a varied and rewarding role.

The Role

They are seeking a proactive and organised Administrative Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of their busy showroom and sales department. The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining smooth communication with customers, supporting trade operations and assisting with administrative and sales tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Answer telephones and deal with enquiries.
• Manage the unallocated order and unpaid COD list, including stock checks and contacting customers to arrange payment and delivery.
• Ensure displays are tidy, well stocked and visually appealing.
• Assist with content creation for social media and share digital materials with the marketing team.
• Support trade order processing and general administration tasks.
• Handle daily cashing up and liaise with the Accounts department.
• Monitor and replenish stationery supplies.
• Provide occasional support to the Despatch team.
• Assist the Sales team when required.

Criteria

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attention to detail with a proactive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience in retail, sales or administration is desirable.
• Willingness to learn and take on varied tasks as required.

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic, dependable and ready to contribute to a supportive team environment, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a member of our team will be in touch with additional information.