Temporary Procurement Admin Assistant (poss. to perm.)

-; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected local government organization in Reading is seeking a Temporary Procurement Admin Assistant for 6 months, with potential for a permanent role. This office-based position offers a pay range of £16.50 to £17.50 per hour plus holiday pay. Responsibilities include supporting tender processes, managing procurement documentation, and providing general administrative support. Ideal candidates will have UK office administration experience, be detail-oriented, and have a proactive approach. This position offers valuable exposure to procurement work in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Opportunity for permanent role

Qualifications

• Previous UK office administration experience is essential.
• Detail-oriented and adaptable with good drafting and reading skills.
• Initiative and flexibility in a busy team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support tender processes and manage procurement documentation.
• Handle procurement inbox queries and supplier information.
• Draft and prepare supplier letters and contracts.

Skills

Office administration experience

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Strong written English skills

Education

Degree in Law, Politics, Business or English

Job description

Temporary Procurement Admin Assistant - 6 Months (poss. to perm.) - Reading - Office-based initially, then 1-2 days WFH - £16.50 to £17.50 Per Hour + Holiday Pay

About the Client

Our client is a respected organisation within the Local/Central Government sector. With a team of five in Procurement and plans to grow, they are dedicated to nurturing a culture of continuous improvement, where learning is a lifelong journey and challenges are opportunities for growth.

About the Job

This is a great chance to join a busy and expanding procurement team. You'll support day-to-day admin activity across a wide range of tasks - updating procurement documents, managing supplier details, and coordinating low to mid-value contracts. With changes in procurement law underway, it's an ideal time to get involved. A varied admin role for someone organised, proactive, and ready to get stuck in. Duties will include:

• Supporting tender processes, including publishing procurement notices and updating contract documentation
• Managing procurement inbox queries and coordinating procurement dates, notices, and supplier information
• Providing procurement admin support for a broad range of goods and services - from stationery, through to car fleet and IT equipment etc.
• Drafting and preparing supplier letters, reports, contract documentation, and maintaining electronic filing
• Processing supplier set-ups, purchase requisitions, and helping manage the contract register
• Assisting with supplier checks and contributing to a busy and friendly team environment

About the Successful Applicant

You will have previous UK office administration experience, be bright, adaptable and detail-oriented, with a good eye for drafting and reading documents. Procurement admin experience would be a bonus but is not essential. A strong grasp of written English is required, and a degree in Law, Politics, Business or English would be helpful but not essential. You'll need to show initiative, flexibility and a positive, can-do approach to support a busy team through a period of change.

What You Will Receive in Return

You’ll join a supportive and well-structured team that values collaboration and growth. You’ll gain exposure to meaningful procurement work across a variety of categories. If you're looking for a longer-term opportunity in a team where your ideas and attention to detail are appreciated - this could be the right next step!

How to Proceed

If this super on-going temporary to poss. perm administrative opportunity has sparked your interest, I'm eagerly looking forward to your contact! To advance your next career move, please reach out to Lucy-Emma at Wade Macdonald today - 07825 502491. Or send your CV through the designated portal. Your next career move awaits!