Senior Administrator

CBW Staffing Solutions Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions provider in the City of London is seeking a Senior Administrator for their Engineering Division. This leadership role involves managing a team, streamlining processes, and providing comprehensive support. Ideal candidates will have administrative experience in engineering, qualifications in business administration, and strong communication skills. Offering a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for career development

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in an engineering administrative environment required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Leadership skills for team management.

Responsibilities

• Line management of administrative staff.
• Validation and assurance of administrative reports.
• Provide support to the infrastructure management team.
• Manage commercial reporting and accounting.
• Oversee team schedules and performance metrics.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong decision-making and judgment

Ability to work collaboratively

High standards of accuracy and attention to detail

Effective prioritisation and time management

Resilient and adaptable

Education

City & Guilds Level 2/3 in Business & Administration

IOSH Managing Safely qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Senior Administrator – Engineering Division

Location: City of London

Salary: £30,000 – £33,000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Administrator to join our Engineering Division in the City of London. This is a people management role, offering the opportunity to lead a team, streamline administrative processes, and support the infrastructure management team in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Line management of administrative staff, including defining roles, responsibilities, and performance objectives.
• Validation and assurance of all administrative reports, metrics, and budget reporting.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the infrastructure management team.
• Manage accurate commercial reporting, accounting, and invoicing.
• Maintain the Help Desk function as a key supplier interface contact.
• Collate, manage, and present various performance metrics, including 3rd party KPI and SLA indicators.
• Function as 3rd party escalation for administrative tasks and ensure commercial compliance.
• Maintain business continuity plans, statutory property logbooks, and compliance databases.
• Organise training schedules, CPD sessions, and staff onboarding processes.
• Support Health & Safety and Well‑being initiatives within the team.
• Oversee team holidays, expenses, sickness, and shift schedules.
• Attend meetings to present reports and contribute to decision‑making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• City & Guilds Level 2/3 (or transferable) in Business & Administration.
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
• Experience in an engineering administrative environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Essential Skills & Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong decision‑making and judgment based on defined procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively and leverage team skills and knowledge.
• High standards of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective prioritisation and time management under pressure.
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000 – £40,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to manage and develop a high‑performing administrative team.
• Work at the heart of the City of London within a dynamic engineering division.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

This role is ideal for an experienced administrator with leadership skills, looking to make a tangible impact on team performance and operational efficiency.

To Apply

Submit your CV online or contact Abbie at CBW Staffing Solutions for a confidential discussion!