Temporary Office Administrator

Meraki Talent Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global construction and engineering firm is looking for a Temporary Office Assistant in Birmingham to oversee office administration and support the leadership team. Candidates should have strong IT skills, previous office experience, and excellent organisational abilities. This role requires an immediate start and offers £16 – £18 per hour. This is a long-term sick cover position anticipated for 6 months.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in office administration or office management.
• Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the general administration of the office.
• Provide admin support to the leadership team.
• Act as the first point of contact for office-related queries.

Skills

Office administration

Strong IT skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Temporary Office Assistant - Birmingham
Global Construction & Engineering Firm
£16 – £18 per hour | Immediate Start
Long-Term Sick Cover, anticipated for 6 months

Office Assistant Responsibilities

• Oversee the general administration of the office, ensuring a safe, tidy, and well-equipped working environment.
• Provide admin support to the leadership team including scheduling meetings, managing travel, preparing documents, and handling correspondence.
• Act as the first point of contact for office-related queries, liaising with facilities, suppliers, and contractors as required.
• Manage Health & Safety processes including fire safety, first aid, and emergency procedures.
• Support with procurement and inventory management of office equipment, IT, stationery, and supplies.
• Assist in processing invoices, purchase orders, and budget reporting.
• Coordinate meeting room bookings, workshops, and hospitality for staff and visitors.
• Support onboarding and orientation for new employees.
• Carry out general clerical tasks such as photocopying, printing, filing, and reception duties.
• All other duties as required to support the team.

Office Assistant Experience

• Previous experience in office administration or office management
• Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
• Confident communicator with strong attention to detail and discretion.
• A proactive, positive, and professional approach.
• Must be available for animmediate start.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading global business and provide essential support in a busy and professional environment.