Senior Military Administration & Coordination Lead

Sodexo; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car parking

Subsidised dining facilities

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Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a highly capable Military Support Administrator to provide high-level administrative support at Merville Barracks, Colchester, CO2 7UT. The role involves working closely with senior military personnel, maintaining records, and managing a demanding workload in a structured environment.

The ideal candidate has extensive administrative experience and the confidence to work independently, with strong Microsoft Office skills and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Significant previous experience in a strong administrative role.
• Ability to manage a demanding workload with multiple priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail with high accuracy.
• Confident working independently and making decisions within your area of responsibility.
• Strong communication style across levels and with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior military personnel and Battalion Headquarters.
• Manage a busy workload and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Maintain accurate personnel records, reports and documentation.
• Coordinate accommodation, hotel and transport bookings as needed.
• Proofread and quality-check documents for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Administrative experience

Time management

Independent working

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a highly capable Military Support Administrator to provide high-level administrative support at Merville Barracks, Colchester, CO2 7UT. The role involves working closely with senior military personnel, maintaining records, and managing a demanding workload in a structured environment.

The ideal candidate has extensive administrative experience and the confidence to work independently, with strong Microsoft Office skills and excellent communication.