Business Support Assistant

Schneider Electric; Telford; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Support Assistant to provide essential administrative and financial support. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of facilities management, involving tasks such as raising Purchase Orders, financial reconciliations, and coordinating meetings. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial administration skills, excellent attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial systems. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusion, and contribute to impactful projects that enhance operational efficiency. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus Scheme

28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays

Holiday Buy & Sell programme

Pension Scheme

Employee Share Ownership Programme

Health & Wellbeing Support Options

Gym Flex

Shopping & Dining Discounts

Learning Portal

Qualifications

• Strong financial administration skills including PO processing.
• Previous experience in finance or business support role is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial and administrative support for facilities management.
• Raise Purchase Orders and assist with financial reconciliation.
• Coordinate meetings and maintain internal databases.

Skills

Financial administration skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Problem-solving skills

Education

Experience in finance or business support role

Relevant qualifications (e.g., AAT)

Tools

Coupa

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Summary

The Business Support Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and financial support to ensure the smooth operation of the facilities management function. The role includes financial processing tasks such as raising Purchase Orders (POs), goods receipting, reconciliation, and maintaining financial records. Additionally, the role involves coordinating meetings, handling data entry, and supporting process improvements. The role reports to the Zone Workplace and Campus Leads.

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Procurement Support

• Raise Purchase Orders (POs) in line with company procurement policies and track approvals.
• Conduct goods receipting, ensuring delivered goods/services match purchase agreements.
• Assist with financial reconciliation, matching POs, receipts, and invoices.
• Maintain financial processes, including preparing invoices, investigating queries, and ensuring financial records are accurate.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.
• Support expense processing, budget tracking, and financial reporting.
• Monitor contract renewals and service agreements, proactively addressing upcoming expirations.
• Support vendor onboarding by collecting documentation and verifying compliance requirements.

Administrative & Meeting Coordination

• Coordinate a range of meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, and distributing relevant materials.
• Take and produce accurate minutes, track actions, and follow up on outstanding tasks to completion.
• Maintain and update internal databases and document management systems.
• Support the preparation of business reports, presentations, and other administrative tasks as needed.
• Develop and maintain standardised templates for meeting agendas, minutes, and reports.
• Act as a point of contact for cross-departmental information requests.
• Manage facility or office-related administrative needs, such as asset tracking or equipment requests in partnership with Campus Leads.
• Effectively manage the administration tasks and complete as required by the Zone FM Lead.
• Respond to general administration questions, queries and correspondence.

Business & Operational Support

• Manage IFM provider – minuting service provider meetings and tracking actions points to completion.
• Liaise with IFM provider to ensure the effective delivery of services i.e. quotes etc & chasing where required, keeping Campus Leads informed.
• Input data into a range of systems, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Investigate and resolve data queries, providing input into the development of monitoring processes.
• Assist with internal audits, ensuring documentation is complete and up to date.
• Identify and support process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in facilities management function.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations.
• Other tasks as reasonable requested by Zone FM or Campus Leads.

The above tasks are not exhaustible and can change depending on the requirements of the business.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial administration skills, including PO processing, invoicing, and reconciliation.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and financial systems (Coupa, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to handle supplier and internal stakeholder queries.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in a finance or business support role.
• Familiarity with procurement processes, financial reconciliation, and data management.
• Experience using financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) is desirable.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial compliance.
• Optional: Any relevant qualifications, such as AAT, business administration, or finance-related certification.

Additional Information

• Some roles may require flexibility in working hours or occasional travel.

The role may involve liaising with multiple stakeholders across departments.

At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.

“We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability.”

What we offer you:

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy & Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.

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