Office & Administration Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Office & Administration Assistant to join their Business Support Team in Cambridge. This role offers a dynamic environment where you will provide essential administrative support, manage office tasks, and facilitate communication within the team. You will play a key role in ensuring smooth office operations, from arranging meetings to managing supplies. The company values diversity and inclusion, promoting a culture of collaboration and growth. If you are proactive, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a supportive team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in IT, especially Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and adaptable communication style.

Responsibilities

• Arrange internal and external meetings and book travel.
• Manage files, create documents, and process DocuSign requests.
• Support smooth office operations and manage supplies.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptable Communication

Can-do Attitude

Office Experience

Change Management Understanding

Job description

Office & Administration Assistant – Business Support Team – Cambridge

Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax, and advisory firms, comprising over 58,000 people in more than 135 countries. We are a team of independent thinkers who prioritize quality, inclusion, and integrity. We aim to provide our clients with a different, better experience—personal, proactive, and agile. That’s Grant Thornton.

Every day, our teams help people and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.

Role Overview

Provide efficient administrative support within the Business Support team. Responsibilities include:

• Office contact for the local office as needed
• Handling all office-based tasks promptly within SLAs
• Supporting specific Partners/Directors with reactive support

We support flexible working arrangements, including reduced hours and job shares, to help you balance work and life.

Key Responsibilities

• Arrange internal and external meetings
• Book travel
• Manage files in the archive
• Create, amend, and format Word and PowerPoint documents, ensuring brand compliance
• Process DocuSign requests
• Raise client invoices
• Adhere to risk management policies and maintain confidentiality
• Support the Office Manager to ensure smooth office operations, including:
• Providing office cover
• Managing post and couriers
• Ordering stationery
• Replenishing printers and kitchens
• Raising facilities issues

Minimum Requirements

Proficiency in IT, especially Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Additional desirable skills include:

• Can-do attitude
• Previous office experience
• Understanding of change management
• Ability to anticipate needs and offer solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills and adaptable communication style

Our Culture and Benefits

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging you to bring your whole self to work. Our open culture promotes interaction with leaders and supports your growth. We also support flexible working to help maintain work-life balance.

Beyond work, you can participate in initiatives like secondments, charity fundraising, and supporting entrepreneurs globally. Our core values—Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect, and Responsibility—guide us.

We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and exceed expectations, doing what’s right for the firm, clients, and themselves.