Operations and Administration Assistant

Manpower (United Kingdom); West of England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Central Bristol office location

Immediate start

Job summary

Manpower (United Kingdom) is seeking an organised Operations & Administration Assistant to provide essential administrative and operational support at our Central Bristol office. The role involves handling the central inbox, post, asset records, and general office duties in a busy team environment.

Ideal candidates will have admin experience, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to prioritize effectively.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in administration, operations, or office support roles.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and solutions-focused with the ability to improve processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and SharePoint or similar systems.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a busy office environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor the central inbox, responding to and directing enquiries appropriately.
• Process incoming post and distribute communications to relevant teams.
• Coordinate equipment for new starters and leavers, maintaining asset records.
• Support day-to-day office operations, including supplies, facilities, and workspace management.
• Assist with room, desk, and parking bookings.
• Provide administrative support for health and safety activities.
• Liaise with external suppliers and service providers, including couriers and IT support.
• Maintain and update internal systems and SharePoint sites.
• Produce reports and collate operational data as required.
• Arrange office collection services, including recycling and confidential waste disposal.
• Assist with banking and other general administrative tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Prioritisation

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team player

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Operations & Administration Assistant Location: Central Bristol Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term (3 Months) Pay Rate: £14.10 per hour Overview We are seeking a proactive and organised Operations & Administration Assistant to provide essential administrative and operational support. This is a varied role requiring excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor the central inbox, responding to and directing enquiries appropriately.
• Process incoming post and distribute communications to the relevant teams.
• Coordinate equipment for new starters and leavers, maintaining accurate asset records.
• Support the day-to-day running of the office, including supplies, facilities, and workspace management.
• Assist with room, desk, and parking bookings.
• Provide administrative support for health and safety activities.
• Liaise with external suppliers and service providers, including couriers, building management, IT and telecoms support.
• Maintain and update internal systems, records, and SharePoint sites.
• Produce reports and collate operational data as required.
• Arrange office collection services, including recycling and confidential waste disposal.
• Support banking and other general administrative tasks.

About You

• Previous experience in an administration, operations, or office support role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Competent using Microsoft Office and online systems.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive pay rate of £14.10 per hour .
• Immediate start opportunity.
• Central Bristol office location with good transport links.
• Varied and hands-on role within a busy and supportive team.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience across administration, operations, and office management.
• This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator looking for a varied role within a professional and supportive office environment.