Administrative Assistant

Search; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Administrative Assistant to support their Forfar team. You will manage daily operations, such as petty cash transactions, minute-taking, and filing. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills, ensuring high-quality service in a busy office. This role offers a full-time position with a hybrid working model after training, providing an opportunity for both temporary and potential permanent placements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar administrative role is advantageous.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage petty cash transactions.
• Support in minute taking and meetings.
• Raise purchase orders and track approvals.
• Update systems and records accurately.
• Conduct filing and document control.
• Provide front-facing customer service and handle phone calls.
• Safeguard confidential information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Job description

Location: Forfar
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Work Arrangement: Office-based during training, with hybrid working available once trained

Paid at 14 per hour, weekly on a temp contract basis via Search. Assignment minimum length is: 3 months with likely extension and permanent opportunities internally.

About the Role

Join our clients Forfar team as an Administrative Assistant, where you'll support a busy office environment and contribute to delivering a high-quality service to both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing petty cash transactions
• Minute taking and meeting support
• Raising purchase orders and tracking approvals
• Updating systems and records accurately
• Filing and document control
• Front-facing customer service and phone handling
• Safeguarding confidential information

Skills & Experience

• Strong attention to detail and time management
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience in a similar role is advantageous
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age