Administrator

Manpower; Oxford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly team environment

Temporary assignment

On-site 9:00–17:00

National Minimum Wage

Job summary

Manpower is recruiting for an Administrator to join a busy and professional team. The role supports customers and colleagues with efficient administrative and service duties in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will handle enquiries, maintain records, and use IT systems confidently, ensuring accurate and confidential data handling. DBS check and references may be required; strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administration, reception, customer service, or office support role.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Professional and confident telephone manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and friendly support to customers, visitors, and colleagues.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and respond to email enquiries.
• Maintain accurate records and update internal databases and systems.
• Process documentation and administrative tasks in a timely manner.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and service requests where required.
• Support the wider team with day-to-day administrative duties.
• Ensure all information is recorded accurately and confidentially.

Skills

IT skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Telephone manner

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Monday to Friday | 9:00am - 5:00pm
National Minimum Wage
Temporary Ongoing Assignment

Manpower is currently recruiting for an experienced Administrator to join a busy and professional team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous administration, reception, or customer service experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and providing excellent support to colleagues and customers.

Please note that candidates must be able to travel reliably to the workplace and commit to the working hours stated above.

The Role

As an Administrator, you will provide efficient administrative and customer support services, ensuring that enquiries are handled professionally and that accurate records are maintained. You will often be the first point of contact for customers and stakeholders, so strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

The role requires someone who is confident using IT systems, has excellent attention to detail, and can manage multiple priorities whilst maintaining a high level of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional and friendly support to customers, visitors, and colleagues.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and respond to email enquiries.
• Maintain accurate records and update internal databases and systems.
• Process documentation and administrative tasks in a timely manner.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and service requests where required.
• Support the wider team with day-to-day administrative duties.
• Ensure all information is recorded accurately and confidentially.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in an administration, reception, customer service, or office support role.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Professional and confident telephone manner.

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidates will be subject to a DBS check.
• Candidates must have recent employment history that can be satisfactorily referenced.
• Strong spoken and written English is essential.
• Experience dealing with members of the public would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• National Minimum Wage.
• Ongoing temporary assignment with the potential for long-term opportunities.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a professional organisation.

If you have strong administration skills, enjoy delivering excellent customer service, and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.