Part time Administrative Assistant

Lockhart Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Lockhart Recruitment is recruiting a Part-Time Administration Assistant for a busy, family-run manufacturing business in Exeter. Flexible hours to fit around school commitments and family life, with options for 3, 4, or 5 days per week. The role supports both office staff and engineers, handling calls, job cards, parts orders and invoicing.

The ideal candidate is experienced in administration, highly organised, and comfortable on the phone. Xero experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administration role.
• Friendly, professional and confident on the telephone.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Accurate when processing data and invoices.
• Reliable, hardworking and proactive.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks within a busy environment.
• Able to work independently whilst also a part of a close-knit team.
• Experience of using Xero accounting software would be advantageous, although training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Answering incoming telephone calls and dealing with customer enquiries.
• Managing and updating job cards.
• Ordering parts and liaising with suppliers.
• Supporting engineers with administration and job-related information.
• Communicating with customers and suppliers professionally and efficiently.
• Data input and processing of invoices.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• General administrative support across the business.

Skills

Administration

Telephone communication

Data entry

Invoicing

Organisational skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Tools

Xero

Job description

Part-Time Administration Assistant

Flexible School Hours | Exeter Marsh Barton area

Approx. £26,000 - £28,000 pro rata (negotiable depending on experience)

Lockhart Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a thriving, family-run manufacturing business based south of the river in Exeter.

Due to continued growth and success, our client is looking to appoint a Part-Time Administration Assistant to support their busy and friendly team. This is a key role within the business and would suit someone looking for flexible working hours that can fit around school commitments and family life.

The company can offer flexibility on working patterns, whether you are looking for:

• 3 days per week during school hours
• 4 days per week with shorter working days
• 5 days per week for a few hours each day

The right candidate will become an integral part of a well-established, down-to-earth team that genuinely values its employees.

The Role

As an Administration Assistant, you will be involved in the day-to-day running of a busy office and provide vital support to both the office team and engineers working on the road.

Responsibilities will include:

• Answering incoming telephone calls and dealing with customer enquiries
• Managing and updating job cards
• Ordering parts and liaising with suppliers
• Supporting engineers with administration and job-related information
• Communicating with customers and suppliers professionally and efficiently
• Data input and processing of invoices
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• General administrative support across the business

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in an administration role
• Friendly, professional and confident on the telephone
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Accurate when processing data and invoices
• Reliable, hardworking and proactive
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks within a busy environment
• Able to work independently whilst also being part of a close-knit team

Experience of using Xero accounting software would be advantageous, although full training can be provided.

What's on Offer?

• Equivalent salary of approximately £26,000 - £28,000 pro rata
• Flexible working hours to suit school schedules
• Friendly and supportive family-run business environment
• A varied and rewarding role
• Long-term opportunity within a successful and rapidly growing company

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a flexible part-time position with a welcoming local employer where their contribution will make a real difference.