Business Administration Specialist

AWE; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in business administration is recruiting a Business Administration Specialist in the Reading/Basingstoke area. This role involves coordinating resources, managing tasks, and supporting customer needs. Candidates should possess strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, alongside proficiency in MS Office. The position offers a competitive salary starting from £24,750, along with extensive benefits including professional development opportunities and a generous pension plan.

Benefits

270 hours of annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Professional Career Development funding

Employee Assistance Programme

Defined contribution Group Personal Pension

Life Assurance

Discounts on everyday spending

Special Leave Policy

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as a Business Administrator, Administrative Assistant, or similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinating resources to meet short-term service delivery objectives.
• Setting priorities via task management.
• Planning and allocating tasks within the team.
• Providing training to new starters.
• Maintaining high standards of transactional administration.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

AWE is currently recruiting for a Business Administration Specialist to co-ordinate and deliver an efficient, effective, timely and reliable business administration/information service that meets our customers' needs.

Location - Reading / Basingstoke Area

Package: Starting from £24,750 (Depending on Experience)

Closing Date: 08th March 2024

As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family.
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site.

Are you an organised and detail-oriented individual looking for a challenging role in business administration? We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our dynamic Business Administration team. As a Business Administration Specialist, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our company's administrative functions. If you possess good organisational skills, good multitasking abilities, and a passion for supporting business operations, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinating resources to meet short term service delivery objectives
• Setting of priorities via task management
• Planning, allocating and ensuring delivery of tasks within the team
• Provide training and guidance for new starters to the team
• Provide help, advice and guidance to customers on using the services and systems
• Achieving and maintaining high standards of transactional administration services
• Identifying problems and providing solutions within set parameters or escalating if necessary
• Finding ways to continuously improve and exceed customer expectations, making appropriate proposals to management and implementing agreed improvements or changes
• Build good, enduring relationships with stakeholders and team members
• Support management activity to meet business needs
• Maintain and promote high personal standards in Environment, Safety, Health, Security and Quality
• The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs

Requirements

• Experience as a Business Administrator, Administrative Assistant, or similar role
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• Good attention to detail and accuracy is paramount
• Proficient in using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilitiesHigh level of professionalism and integrity

We offer competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.