Office Administrator – Dumfries, South West

Dgwgo; Jarrow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Woodlands Ltd is seeking an Office Administrator for their Dumfries Office in the UK. The ideal candidate will possess strong Microsoft Office skills, excellent communication, and organizational abilities, with flexibility to adapt in a busy environment. This full-time role offers competitive salary and benefits, contributing to a dynamic team that's largely employee-owned.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance

Permanent health insurance

Private healthcare

Share equity participation

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience, ideally in a similar background.
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work independently.
• Full driving licence preferred, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Liaising closely with the team of technical managers.
• Managing and prioritising a varied administrative workload.
• Supporting the administrative team in daily tasks.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Proactivity

Job description

Scottish Woodlands Ltd is a leading forestry management company with a long tradition of serving forest owners and investors in Scotland and the rest of the UK. We provide a comprehensive range of forest, estate and land-related services underpinned by our in-depth market experience, knowledge base and commitment to quality. The business is largely employee owned, and this encourages a dedication and commitment to the higheststandards of professionalism and customer focus. Our aim is to understand each client’s specific objectives and then to provide a service which is both flexible and personal.

As a key member of a high performing team, operating in a competitive, commercial environment we are currently looking to recruit a full-time Office Administrator in our busy Dumfries Office. This role will involveworking alongside our existing administrative team and liaising closely with the team of technical managers.This is a varied role in which adaptability to change, and flexibility is essential.

To be successful in this role, you will have previous administrative experience – ideally in a similar background, be proactive and upbeat in your approach with a strong work ethic. You should be able to work as part of a team but also be comfortable to work on your own and have the initiative to provide strong support.

It is essential that you are competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook and have strong interpersonal skills. You will be trained in the specific company systems on site as well as training provided off site. You should be able to demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills at all levels and should also be able to manage and prioritise a varied administrative workload. A full driving licence would be preferred, however, is not essential for the position.

Prior to commencing employment with Scottish Woodlands Ltd, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Scottish Woodlands is unable to sponsor candidates for this role. Therefore, applicants will not be eligible to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa. Only candidates who can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK will be eligible for this role.

Benefits Package

In return, Scottish Woodlands offers an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. This includes generous pension scheme, life assurance, permanent health insurance, private healthcare and the opportunity for share equity participation. The company has a unique structure and is 80% owned by staff. Applicants also have excellent personal and career development opportunities open to them and will be part of a highly professional and motivated team. For more information on working with Scottish Woodlands or for details of information gathered during our recruitment process, please see ourJob Applicant Privacy Notice.

Application Process

All applications should be made online through our applicant tracking system. Please note, as part of the application process, you will be required to upload your CV, cover letter and any relevant qualification certificates.

If you have any questions relating to the role or our application process, please email:[e-mail].

We are an equal opportunities employer