Team Assistant in Hammersmith)

Lamb Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European manufacturer based in Hammersmith is seeking a Team Assistant to provide vital administrative support. You will manage day-to-day tasks, ensuring smooth operations in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, be proactive, and have some experience in administration. Key benefits include a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension 6% employer contribution

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company sick pay

4 x Death in Service

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, reception, or office support is beneficial.
• Experience with travel bookings or event coordination is a plus.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential support to the PA, Commercial Director, and Strategy Director.
• Act as front of house for the London office, greeting visitors and managing deliveries.
• Champion a tidy, welcoming, and well-maintained office environment.

Skills

Strong organisational and time management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Friendly and professional manner

High attention to detail

Tech-savvy

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Team Assistant required on a full-time, permanent basis for leading European manufacturer with HQ based in Hammersmith, West London.

Job role

As a vibrant and proactive member of the London team, you will provide essential support to the PA, Commercial Director, Strategy Director, and wider business.

You will be the go-to person for day-to-day administrative tasks, helping to keep everything running smoothly in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Your energy, positivity, and can-do attitude will make you an invaluable part of the team.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support

• Support both London and Somerset offices with:Travel and accommodation bookings
• Business update communications
• Assist the commercial team:Booking meeting rooms and customer conferences
• Organise deliveries
• Following up on submission of Commercial team expenses and supporting expense admin for the Commercial Director
• Act as front of house for the London office: greeting visitors, handling phone enquiries and managing deliveries
• Provide cover for the PA, including occasional support to the Managing Director
• Manage diaries and meetings for the Commercial Director, Strategy Director, Head of Marketing and Head of Supply.
• Assist with ad-hoc business presentations and research projects

Office Management

• Champion a tidy, welcoming, and well-maintained office environment
• Maintain inventory of PC equipment in the London office
• Prepare equipment and desks for new starters
• Liaise with IT to support:Smooth rollout of IT projects and updates
• Training on new software and applications
• Completion of mandatory IT training (e.g. security protocols)
• Resolution of office-wide IT issues (logged and follow through to conclusion)
• Ensure Health + Safety compliance:Desk assessments and office maintenance checks
• Fire drills, alarm testing, and first aid provisions
• Monitor and replenish office supplies
• Manage company pool cars: bookings, cleaning, servicing, tax, penalties, and lease renewals
• Organising catering and hospitality for visitors and customer meetings
• Build strong relationships with external suppliers (cleaning, maintenance, property management)
• Manage office refurbishments and planned relocation for 2026

Events

• Plan and deliver office social events

Candidate Profile

Qualities

• Positive, flexible, and solution-focused; thrives under pressure
• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Proactive and eager to learn, grow, and contribute beyond the immediate task
• Ready to roll up their sleeves +ndash; nothing is beyond them
• Takes full ownership of the role, working autonomously
• Discreet and trustworthy, especially when supporting senior leadership

Skills

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Friendly and professional manner when interacting with visitors and suppliers
• High attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Able to work at pace
• Tech-savvy, with the ability to liaise with IT and support basic troubleshooting

Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Some experience in administration, reception, or office support (internship, temp work, or part-time role) is beneficial
• Experience with travel bookings or event coordination is a plus

Individual

• The ideal candidate will live locally to Hammersmith
• Must be able to drive
• Smartly and professionally presented, representing the front of house and management team
• Must have the right to work in the UK

The role is office-based, 5 days per week (08:30am+ndash;5:30pm)

Company Package

• Competitive salary
• Company pension 6% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company sick pay
• 4 x Death in Service