Administrative Support Assistant (Part-Time)

Origin Environmental; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

CIEEM membership

25 days holiday

Job summary

Origin Environmental is seeking a highly organised Administrative Support Assistant to join our Bristol office on a part-time basis. The role focuses on reception-style duties, data entry, invoicing support, and general clerical tasks to keep daily operations running smoothly.

You will work with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Sage, handle calls, maintain records, and assist in arranging ecological surveys.

Qualifications

• Proven office experience or administrative background is preferred.
• Strong computer literacy with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Experience with Sage or similar accounting software is advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to handle data entry tasks efficiently and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming calls with professional phone etiquette, directing enquiries appropriately
• Perform data entry tasks accurately using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Support invoicing and financial record keeping through Sage
• Maintain organised records of documents, emails, and other communications
• Provide general clerical support such as photocopying, scanning, and mailing documents
• Ensure the office environment remains tidy and well-organised at all times
• Assist in booking in ecological surveys

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Sage

Job description

Administrative Support Assistant (Part-Time)

Preferred start date: Beginning of December 2026.

Salary: £14,870.70 per annum for 22.5 hours per week.

Location: Office based - Bristol

At Origin Enterprises, we are dedicated to championing sustainable land use, and our Environmental teams support a diverse range of clients and projects—from land management and development to restoration and conservation.

Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative, purpose driven community where this collective expertise enables us to deliver high quality, fully integrated solutions and contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes across the UK and Ireland.

About GE

GE Consulting is an established consultancy with offices in Exeter, Bristol and Cornwall. Working across England and Wales we provide expertise in ecology, arboriculture and land management. Our dedicated team provide commercially focused advice to a wide array of clients working across various sectors.

Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative, purpose-driven community, where our collective expertise enables us to deliver high-quality, fully integrated solutions and contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes across the UK and Ireland.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Administrative Support Assistant to provide essential administrative assistance within our busy office environment. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring smooth daily operations by managing correspondence, data entry, and organisational tasks. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with strong office experience and proficient computer skills to contribute to a professional team.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming calls with professional phone etiquette, directing enquiries appropriately
• Perform data entry tasks accurately using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Support invoicing and financial record keeping through Sage
• Maintain organised records of documents, emails, and other communications
• Provide general clerical support such as photocopying, scanning, and mailing documents
• Ensure the office environment remains tidy and well-organised at all times
• Assist in booking in ecological surveys

Experience

• Proven office experience or administrative background is preferred
• Strong computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace applications
• Experience with Sage or similar accounting software is advantageous
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• Demonstrated ability to handle data entry tasks efficiently and accurately
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with professional phone etiquette
• Previous clerical experience is desirable but not essential; training will be provided forsuitable candidates
• Confidence working with multiple databases and business applications.
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly when entering, validating, and maintaining data across systems.
• Experience supporting system changes, process improvements, or software implementations would be beneficial.
• Ability to quickly develop proficiency in new technology and work effectively during periods of organisational change.

This role is ideal for motivated individuals seeking to enhance their administrative skills within a supportive team environment. All applicants should possess a positive attitude towards organisational responsibilities and demonstrate a commitment to accuracy and efficiency in their work.

Why work for us?

We offer a competitive and supportive rewards package designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally. This includes Life Assurance, access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and paid professional memberships such as CIEEM. We’re committed to continuous development, offering a blend of internal and external training opportunities to help you grow your skills and advance your career.

As part of our inclusive culture, you’ll have the opportunity to join our monthly Neurodiversity Café, take part in community action days, and benefit from our family friendly policies, including enhanced family leave options. While we value time spent together in our offices to collaborate and stay connected, most roles offer hybrid working and open conversations around flexibility.

You’ll also enjoy 25 days’ holiday, regular performance and development reviews, and the chance to collaborate across the wider Origin Group, especially within our growing family of Environmental businesses.

We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone can grow, contribute and feel valued.

Visit our website to learn more — and grow with us.

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