Freight Administrator

Right Now Recruitment

Egham

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 27,000

Full time

8 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided
Structured working environment

Job summary

Right Now Group is seeking a Freight Administrator in Egham to join a fast-paced international logistics environment. You will report to the Head of Air Freight and deliver essential administrative support, including travel bookings, invoicing, CASS queries, and post-flight activities.

No freight experience is required as full training will be provided; a proactive, organised approach and confidence handling administrative tasks are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in an administrative or office-based role (any sector).
  • Strong attention to detail, especially with data entry and document handling.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word.
  • Organised and methodical approach to managing tasks and priorities.
  • Confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • A proactive team player with a willingness to learn about freight and logistics.
  • Able to maintain confidentiality and work professionally with senior staff.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct administrative support to the Head of Air Freight.
  • Book flights and make travel arrangements for management.
  • Assist with post-flighting activities, ensuring accurate documentation and records following shipment departures.
  • Support with basic invoicing and help manage CASS billing queries.
  • Maintain internal systems and update shipment information accurately.
  • Organise, file, and archive documentation for compliance and audit readiness.
  • Handle email correspondence and assist with reporting or small project tasks as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail
Data entry
Microsoft Office
Organised
Communication skills
Logistics interest
Confidentiality

Tools

Outlook
Excel
Word

Job description

Right Now Group are recruiting for a Freight Administrator to join a fast-paced freight forwarding company based in Egham
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who is looking to work in a dynamic, international logistics environment. Reporting directly to the Head of Air Freight, you will provide key support with daily tasks including travel arrangements, invoicing, CASS queries, and post-flighting. Freight experience is not required - full training will be provided - but a proactive, organised approach and confidence handling administrative tasks are essential.

Key Responsibilities - Freight Administrator
  • Provide direct administrative support to the Head of Air Freight

  • Book flights and make travel arrangements for management

  • Assist with post-flighting activities, ensuring accurate documentation and records following shipment departures

  • Support with basic invoicing and help manage CASS billing queries

  • Maintain internal systems and update shipment information accurately

  • Organise, file, and archive documentation for compliance and audit readiness

  • Handle email correspondence and assist with reporting or small project tasks as needed

Experience & Skills Required - Administrator
  • Previous experience in an administrative or office-based role (any sector)

  • Strong attention to detail, especially with data entry and document handling

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word

  • Organised and methodical approach to managing tasks and priorities

  • Confident communication skills, both written and verbal

  • A proactive team player with a willingness to learn about freight and logistics

  • Able to maintain confidentiality and work professionally with senior staff

Salary & Working Details - Administrator
  • Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 (depending on experience)

  • Shift: Monday to Friday

  • Hours: 09:00 - 17:30

  • Additional Information: Full training provided; opportunity to develop logistics knowledge; supportive and structured working environment; direct exposure to senior operational leadership

All suitable candidates will be contacted within 48 hours of application.

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