Projects and Operations Assistant

GerrardWhite; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Blandford Forum is seeking a Projects and Operations Assistant to join their supportive team. This entry-level role offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or those with administrative experience to develop their career in business support and operations. You'll assist in managing operational projects, liaise with external providers, and support the Operations & Efficiencies Manager, gaining valuable experience in a friendly and growth-oriented environment.

Benefits

Supportive and friendly team culture

Career development potential

Modern office environment

Qualifications

• Proactive and organised individual.
• Willingness to learn and use initiative.
• Confidence to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting design and management of operational projects.
• Liaising with external providers and managing meetings.
• Identifying operational inefficiencies across departments.

Skills

Strong administrative skills

Organisational skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented mindset

IT skills

Education

Recent graduate or college leaver

Job description

Projects and Operations Assistant

Are you a proactive and organised individual looking to take your first step into a business support role? Do you want to work for a welcoming and supportive law firm that genuinely values its team? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We're working with a highly reputable law firm based in Blandford Forum, known for its down-to-earth culture and commitment to internal development. They are now seeking a Projects and Operations Assistant to support their growing team.

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone keen to build a career in business support, projects, and operations. You'll be working closely with the Operations & Efficiencies Manager, gaining exposure to a variety of internal projects across the firm and playing a key part in driving continuous improvements.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting the design, implementation and management of firm-wide operational projects.
  
  
• Liaising with external providers and arranging/attending meetings.
  
  
• Managing the diary and workload of the Operations & Efficiencies Manager.
  
  
• Helping to identify and resolve operational inefficiencies across departments.
  
  
• Assisting with the rollout of new and revised processes.
  
  

What we’re looking for:

• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
  
  
• A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn.
  
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  
• Good IT skills and a detail-oriented mindset.
  
  
• Confidence to use initiative and work independently as well as within a team.
  
  

Desirable but not essential:

• Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment.
  
  
• Flexibility to travel to other local offices occasionally.
  
  

What’s on offer:

• Starting salary of £23,000.
  
  
• Supportive and friendly team culture.
  
  
• Great career development potential in a growing business support function.
  
  
• Modern office in Blandford Forum.
  
  

This role would suit a recent graduate, college leaver, or someone with a year or two of administrative experience looking to develop in a business-focused environment.

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