Business Support Administrator

SOHL ASSOCIATES LIMITED; Kettering; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a detail-oriented Business Support Administrator in Kettering. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong administrative skills, especially in advanced Microsoft Excel, and manage data effectively. This full-time role offers a supportive team environment and the potential for contract extension. Candidates must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle confidential information.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for contract extension

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in administrative/business support.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative support to the team.
• Manage databases and ensure accurate reporting.
• Support with correspondence and meeting coordination.

Skills

Advanced Excel knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Business Support Administrator to join our Educational Inclusion and Partnerships Team. This role requires strong administrative skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel. You will play a key part in supporting the team with data management, reporting, and day-to-day business support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative and business support to the team.
• Manage databases, records, and reports accurately and efficiently.
• Use advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP, data validation, reporting) to analyse and present data.
• Support with correspondence, meeting coordination, and document preparation.
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.

Requirements

• Advanced Excel knowledge – essential (Excel test during interview; results will determine progression).
• Previous experience in an administrative/business support role.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.

Interview Process

• Excel Test – practical skills assessment.
• Experience-based interview questions – formal competency-based interview.

What We Offer

• 3-month contract with potential for extension.
• Full-time, onsite role with a supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to an important educational service.