Office Administrator

TN United Kingdom; Bromley; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association is seeking an Office Administrator to provide comprehensive office administration support. The role involves clerical tasks, database management, and liaising with suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a strong administrative background and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers flexible working options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Investment in learning and personal development

A wide range of benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in administrative services.
• Experience of maintaining databases.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain accurate filing and database records.
• Support HR activities like time and attendance recording.
• Assist with budget management, including processing invoices.

Skills

Administrative Services

Database Maintenance

Meeting Organisation

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Job Title: Office Administrator

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £22,223.58 Per Annum (£24,399.85 after 12 months of successful performance)

Working Hours: 35 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, Hybrid

Location: Head Office, Bromley

If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please attach a current CV and covering letter. Riverside recruits based on potential, not just skills and experience, so we encourage applications even if you don't meet all the essential criteria.

The difference you will make as an Office Administrator

To provide comprehensive office administration support by undertaking clerical and coordination activities to support delivery of environmental services.

Represent a designated geographical area to ensure issues regarding buildings, office equipment, servicing, and maintenance are resolved promptly.

About you

We are looking for someone with:

• Demonstrable track record of providing administrative services.
• Experience of maintaining databases.
• Experience of organising meetings and liaising with suppliers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Why Riverside?

At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for our customers. For 90 years, we’ve revitalised neighbourhoods and supported communities by providing homes for fulfilling lives.

Our portfolio includes over 75,000 affordable homes across the UK, ranging from homelessness services to social care, employment support, and retirement living. We seek the best people to help us.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working options
• Investment in learning, personal development, and technology
• A wide range of benefits

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside

We value diversity and foster a respectful, empowering workplace. We are a Disability Confident Employer and operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants with disabilities who meet minimum requirements.

Applications may close early, so apply soon.

Role Responsibilities

• Create and maintain accurate filing and database records.
• Prepare communications and maintain the intranet site, ensuring content accuracy and organization.
• Compile information and prepare documents in various formats.
• Support HR activities like time and attendance recording.
• Assist with budget management, including processing invoices.
• Oversee ordering processes for supplies and services.
• Perform clerical duties such as photocopying, reception, and mail handling.
• Adapt to changing priorities and support the team as needed.
• Contribute to process improvements and ensure data protection and health & safety compliance.
• Attend training sessions as required.

Person Specification

We seek candidates with:

• Proven experience in administrative services.
• Database maintenance skills.
• Meeting organisation and supplier liaison experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Initiative and problem-solving abilities.
• Results orientation and ownership of tasks.
• Teamwork and flexibility.
• Attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, and manage priorities.
• Strong communication skills at all levels.