Senior Administrator

Meyer-Scott Recruitment Limited; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Office Administrator to lead and support operations at a thriving law firm. This role is pivotal, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across multiple offices while managing a small team. You'll collaborate with senior partners and external suppliers, driving positive change and enhancing service delivery. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy making a difference behind the scenes, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a friendly team culture where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in office administration, ideally in a law firm.
• Solid understanding of workplace regulations and business continuity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Office Services Management Team.
• Ensure seamless communication and collaboration between both offices.
• Oversee relationships with key suppliers and handle compliance processes.

Skills

Office Administration

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Experience in a Law Firm or Professional Services

Job description

Salary + Benefits: Up to £30000 per annum

Become the Backbone of a Thriving Law Firm - Office Administrator Opportunity

Are you a natural organiser, multitasker, and people-person? This is your chance to step into a key leadership role at a respected two-office law firm in the heart of Cambridgeshire - where your ideas, energy, and initiative will shape the day-to-day success of the business.

This isn't your average admin role. As Office Administrator, you'll be the central hub that keeps everything - and everyone - running like clockwork. From facilities and front-of-house to HR, IT, and supplier relations, you'll have your finger on the pulse of everything that makes this successful firm tick.

You'll be working with a down-to-earth, friendly team in a collaborative environment where no two days are ever the same. Whether you're supporting partners, liaising with external suppliers, or ensuring smooth operations between the two offices, your impact will be felt across every level of the business.

If you can start sooner rather than later you will have a thorough handover!

Why You'll Love It:

1. You'll take the lead on real projects and decisions that shape how the firm operates
2. You'll work directly with senior partners and support teams, building trusted relationships
3. You'll manage your own small team and help nurture a positive, high-performing workplace
4. You'll enjoy a varied, fast-paced role that keeps things interesting and rewarding

Your Role at a Glance:

1. Lead and support the Office Services Management Team
2. Ensure seamless communication and collaboration between both offices
3. Review and optimise service delivery to ensure fee-earners are fully supported
4. Oversee relationships with key suppliers - including contract reviews and cost efficiency
5. Handle everything from desk planning and floor layouts to compliance and continuity processes
6. Be a go-to problem-solver for HR, Facilities, and IT queries

What You'll Bring to the Team:

1. Proven experience in office administration, ideally in a law firm or professional services
2. A confident, can-do attitude with the ability to juggle multiple priorities with ease
3. Solid understanding of workplace regulations and business continuity is a plus
4. Discretion, professionalism, and top-tier organisational skills
5. Someone who thrives in a 'hands-on' role and loves making things run smoothly behind the scenes

The Details:

1. Full-time office-based, 5 days per week
2. Part-time hours will be considered for the right candidate
3. Friendly, collaborative team culture with a strong sense of community

If you're ready to take ownership of a wide-ranging role in a warm, professional environment - and you've got the drive to make things happen - we'd love to hear from you.

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