Administrative Assistant

Acorn Recruitment; Taunton; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for a full-time Administrative Assistant based in Wellington, near Taunton. This role involves providing administrative support across various departments including planning, logistics, and HR. The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills and experience in busy administrative environments. The position offers flexible hours and paid breaks, making it an exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

Benefits

All breaks are paid

Flexible working hours

33 days holiday after 12 weeks

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy administrative or customer service environment is essential.
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with corporate systems are required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to all departments, including diary management.
• Manage documentation and online systems for efficiency.
• Liaise with Head Office on HR, Accounts, and other business functions.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Coordinate deliveries and transport arrangements.
• Maintain accurate records for training and invoices.
• Assist with customer visits and general office organization.
• Operate and maintain SAP systems.

Skills

Proven experience in a busy administrative or customer service environment

Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Attention to detail and a proactive attitude

Tools

SAP systems

Job description

Administrative Assistant

• Location: Wellington (near Taunton).
• Contract: Temporary to Permanent.
• Hours of work: Monday- Friday 8am-4pm (can be flexible on hours).
• Salary: £28,000 per annum.

Exciting Opportunity for a full-time Administrative Assistant!

The role:

You will be working for a manufacturing company to support with a wide range of administrative services across planning, logistics, transport, accounts, IT, HR, and sales. As the first point of contact for the office, you will project a professional image and act as a vital link between the main site and Head Office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to all departments, including diary management, meeting coordination, and visitor support.
• Manage documentation and online systems to ensure efficient operations.
• Liaise with Head Office on HR, Accounts, and other business functions.
• Support internal and external audits (BRC, ISO, Health & Safety).
• Coordinate deliveries, transport arrangements, and liaise with contractors.
• Maintain accurate records, including training, transport invoices, and pool car usage.
• Assist with customer visits, travel bookings, and general office organisation.
• Operate and maintain SAP systems to a high standard

Skills/Experience:

• Proven experience in a busy administrative or customer service environment.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and familiarity with corporate systems.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A team player with a proactive attitude and attention to detail.

Benefits:

• All breaks are paid
• Flexible working hours
• 33 days holiday (after 12 weeks)

Interested? Apply now or contact the Acorn by Synergie team at the Exeter branch!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.