Corporate Administrative Assistant

PowerToFly; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider based in Reading is looking for an Administrative Assistant to manage front-desk duties and support administrative functions. Key responsibilities include greeting visitors, managing calls, processing invoices, and coordinating corporate events. Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in an administrative role, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong organizational skills. This position offers a dynamic office environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in an administrative or receptionist role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Experience with invoice processing and basic accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Greet and direct visitors in a professional manner.
• Manage incoming calls and inquiries.
• Coordinate logistics for corporate events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Verkada Security System

Job description

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

Job Purpose

The Administrative Assistant serves as the first point of contact for visitors and callers while also supporting broader administrative and operational functions. This role combines front-desk responsibilities with high-level administrative support, including invoice processing, event logistics, and security system oversight. The ideal candidate is highly organized, tech-savvy, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic office environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet and direct visitors in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Manage incoming calls and inquiries, routing them appropriately.
• Maintain visitor logs and issue badges in accordance with security protocols.
• Provide administrative support to the Executive Support Team.
• Process, code, and track invoices using internal systems.
• Coordinate logistics for corporate events, including vendor communication, scheduling, and on-site support.
• Monitor and manage the Verkada Security System, including access control and camera oversight.
• Ensure the reception and common areas are clean, organized, and stocked.
• Coordinate using Microsoft Outlook, ensuring optimal scheduling of meetings, appointments, and events.
• Manage meeting logistics including agendas, attendee coordination, conference room reservations, and technology setup (Teams/Zoom integration).
• Support special projectsand perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• 2–4 years of experience in an administrative or receptionist role, preferably in a corporate setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) is required.
• Experience with invoice processing and basic accounting principles.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.

Preferred:

• Experience with event planning or coordination.
• Familiarity with the Verkada Security System or similar platforms.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.

General Job Requirements

• This position will work in an office setting, expect minimal physical demands.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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