Office Administrator

Cummins Mellor; Barrowford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic administrative firm in Barrowford is seeking a Part-Time Office Administrator to join their team. This role involves essential tasks including order processing, customer service, and general office administration. Ideal candidates will be highly organized with excellent communication skills and have a professional telephone demeanor. This is a stable position within a friendly office environment, perfect for those looking for consistent part-time work.

Benefits

Stable position

Supportive office environment

Consistent part-time hours

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident and professional telephone skills.
• Good written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficient in using computer systems and learning new software.

Responsibilities

• Process completed orders ready for dispatch.
• Answer incoming calls and direct them appropriately.
• Perform filing and general administrative tasks.
• Liaise with customers for delivery arrangements.

Skills

Highly organised

Strong attention to detail

Confident telephone manner

Good communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Job description

Office Administrator – Part Time (Mornings)

Location: Office-based
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 12:30pm / 1:00pm
Contract: Part-time Temporary Contract

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a Part-Time Temporary Office Administrator to join their team on an office-based, morning-only basis. This role offers a great opportunity for someone seeking a stable, part-time position within a friendly and well-organised office environment.

Key Responsibilities

Initial duties will include:

Order Processing & Dispatch

• Processing completed orders ready for dispatch
• Creating shipping labels using multiple courier systems
• Updating order systems to ensure customers receive dispatch notifications
• Liaising with customers to arrange delivery bookings where required
• Communicating with couriers to resolve delivery issues and keeping customers informed

Customer Service

• Answering incoming telephone calls and directing them to the appropriate team member
• Taking accurate messages when colleagues are unavailable

General Office Administration

• Filing and general administrative tasks
• Matching delivery notes with supplier invoices
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the office

Person Specification

Essential

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident and professional telephone manner
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable using computer systems and learning new software
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently

Desirable

• Previous office administration or customer service experience
• Experience with order processing or courier systems
• Familiarity with invoicing or basic accounts administration

What’s on Offer

• Part-time, morning-only role
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Stable position within a supportive office environment

This role would suit someone looking for a consistent part-time position who enjoys administration, customer interaction, and being a key support within an office team.