Administrator - 6-Month Maternity Cover

Office Angels; Colchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Administrator for a 6-month maternity cover in Colchester. The role involves managing adviser diaries, client communications, and ensuring smooth office operations. The ideal candidate is organised, detail-oriented, and must have access to a vehicle due to location. Potential for contract extension after 6 months. Competitive salary between £28,000 - £30,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role, preferably supporting advisors or similar.
• Must drive and have access to a vehicle due to location.
• Ability to produce client reports and manage office operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage Advisers' diary and arrange meetings.
• Produce annual client reports for meetings.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients.
• Ensure smooth running of the office.

Skills

Organised and proactive

Attention to detail

Client communication

Diary management

Job description

Administrator - 6-Month Maternity Cover

£28,000 - £30,000 per annum

Colchester, Essex

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm

*Must drive and have access to a vehicle due to the location of the business.

Are you an organised and proactive Administrator looking for your next challenge? My client, a well-established and highly regarded financial advisory firm, is seeking a confident and detail-oriented professional to join their close-knit team on a 6-month maternity cover contract starting mid-January 2026.

In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting a Financial Advisor with day-to-day administrative tasks, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional client service. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience within a respected financial services environment, where your contribution will truly make a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing Advisers' diary
• Arranging review meetings with prospect & current clients
• Producing annual client reports for meetings
• Running Adviser's back-office system
• Being the main point of contact for clients, both face to face and virtually on behalf of Adviser
• Sending Letters of Authorities for clients to the relevant providers and collating required information on plans and policies
• Ensuring smooth running of the office on behalf of the Adviser including stationery checks, managing incoming and outgoing post etc

As this is a maternity cover, there is the potential for the contract to be extended. After the 6-month period, the contract length will be reviewed on a monthly basis.

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