Office Administrator (Temp Contract)

Hewett Recruitment; Irlam; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-month assignment

Friendly environment

Full-time hours

Part-time considered (5 days per week)

Skill development and exposure to the,

Job summary

Hewett Recruitment is seeking an organised Office Administrator to join our client in Irlam on a 12-month temporary contract. This office-based role suits someone who enjoys a broad range of administrative tasks.

You will handle calls, general admin, sales orders, and cover reception during holidays, while supporting different departments as needs change. A proactive, adaptable approach and good IT skills with Microsoft Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous administration or office support experience.
• Confident and professional telephone manner.
• Good IT skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Able to work independently and manage changing priorities.
• Positive, proactive and flexible approach.
• Happy working in a varied role where workloads can fluctuate.

Responsibilities

• Answering and directing incoming telephone calls
• General administration and office support
• Processing low-volume sales orders
• Providing reception cover during holidays and absences
• Assisting with ad hoc administrative duties across the business
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Supporting colleagues with day-to-day office tasks
• Taking initiative to identify and assist with additional tasks when required

Skills

Administration experience

Telephone handling

Independent worker

Flexible attitude

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Office Administrator

Location: Irlam, Manchester (Office Based)
Contract: Temporary, 12 Months
Salary: Up to £26,000 per annum (£13.33 per hour)
Hours: Full Time preferred | Part Time (e.g. 9am-3pm, 5 days per week) considered for the right candidate

Office Administrator - 12 Month Temporary Contract

Are you an organised and reliable administrator looking for a varied office-based role? We are recruiting for an Office Administrator to join a friendly and supportive team in Irlam on a 12-month temporary contract.

This role would suit someone who enjoys a broad range of administrative tasks, is confident communicating by phone, and is happy to support different departments as business needs change. No two days will be the same, so we're looking for someone who is proactive, adaptable, and willing to get stuck in wherever needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Answering and directing incoming telephone calls


• General administration and office support


• Processing low-volume sales orders


• Providing reception cover during holidays and absences


• Assisting with ad hoc administrative duties across the business


• Maintaining accurate records and documentation


• Supporting colleagues with day-to-day office tasks


• Taking initiative to identify and assist with additional tasks when required

About You:

• Previous administration or office support experience


• Confident and professional telephone manner


• Good IT skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office


• Able to work independently and manage changing priorities


• Positive, proactive and flexible approachi>
  
• Happy working in a varied role where workloads can fluctuate

What's on Offer:

• 12-month temporary assignment


• Friendly and supportive working environment


• Full-time hours preferred


• Part-time applicants considered (5 days per week essential)


• Opportunity to develop new skills and gain exposure to other areas of the business


• Potential to learn additional responsibilities within the sales team for the right candidate

This position could be ideal for someone looking for a steady, varied role within a supportive office environment, whether you're earlier in your career, returning to work, or seeking a role with a more manageable pace.