Administrator

Jobwise Ltd; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accommodation services provider is seeking a proactive Contract Administrator in Wilmslow. The role involves managing hotel contracts and supporting accommodation planning for high-profile global events. Candidates must have experience in travel booking or hotel reservations and possess strong administrative skills. This fixed-term position offers a salary of £25,500pa, 25 days holiday, and the flexibility to work from home once fully trained.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension contribution

Life insurance cover

1 day a week working from home

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a travel or hospitality coordination role is essential.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail is critical.

Responsibilities

• Manage hotel contracts for global sports and corporate events.
• Support the Head of Contract Management with strategies.
• Input data into reservation systems and communicate with hotel partners.
• Monitor room inventory and ensure accurate allocations.

Skills

Experience in travel booking or hotel reservations

Strong admin and clerical skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Organisational and time management skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Flexible and reliable attitude

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Are you ready to play a key role in delivering unforgettable accommodation experiences for global events?

We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Contract Administrator to join a busy and dynamic Accommodation Services team in Wilmslow. This is your chance to be part of international, high-profile projects where your coordination and admin skills will help ensure world-class service delivery. As a Contract Administrator, you'll support the smooth management of hotel contracts and accommodation planning for major events across the globe. Prior experience in travel booking, hotel reservations, or a similar coordination role in the travel or hospitality industry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the management of hotel contracts for global sports and corporate events
• Supporting the Head of Contract Management with accommodation strategies and planning
• Sourcing hotels and properties and inputting data into internal inventory/reservation systems
• Communicating with hotel partners and suppliers to confirm contract details and availability
• Monitoring room inventory and ensuring accurate allocations for client groups
• Troubleshooting operational issues, identifying risks, and supporting contingency plans
• Maintaining accurate records and performance tracking across all accommodation contracts

Skills & Experience

• Experience in travel booking or hotel reservations is essential.
• Strong admin and clerical skills with sharp attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English essential; other languages a bonus!).
• Confident organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines during event periods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel; Salesforce CRM experience is a plus.
• A flexible, reliable attitude - willing to support during evenings/weekends or travel occasionally.

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary of £25,500pa
• Fixed-term contract until 30th September 2026
• Monday-Friday working hours (09:00-18:00)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension contribution
• Life insurance cover
• 1 day a week working from home (once fully trained)

Apply now by sending your CV. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 days. If you haven't been contacted within 2 days your application has been unsuccessful. Please check our website and apply directly for any other suitable positions you see. We apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest. Jobwise Ltd is an employment agency and the details sent in your application may be stored on our secure database.