Operations Administrator: Flexible Life Sciences Contract

Michael Page; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page in Leatherhead is seeking an Operations Administrator on a contract basis to manage day-to-day admin tasks and support smooth operations within the life science sector. You will assist with supplier management, recruitment admin, and office coordination, while liaising across local and regional teams to ensure efficient operations.

The role requires strong organisational skills, proficiency in MS Office and SAP, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative, office support, or business coordination roles.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Manage suppliers: contract admin, vendor setup, PO creation, and timely payment of invoices.
• Assist finance, procurement, legal, and internal approval processes per company policies.
• Act as admin contact for UK & Ireland stakeholders; support operational queries.
• Provide diary management, meeting coordination, room bookings, visitor management, and catering.
• Coordinate IT equipment requests, repairs, upgrades, and office supplies.

Skills

Administrative experience

Office coordination

MS Office

SAP

Time management

Communication

Tools

SAP

Job description

Michael Page in Leatherhead is seeking an Operations Administrator on a contract basis to manage day-to-day admin tasks and support smooth operations within the life science sector. You will assist with supplier management, recruitment admin, and office coordination, while liaising across local and regional teams to ensure efficient operations.

The role requires strong organisational skills, proficiency in MS Office and SAP, and excellent English communication.