UKDSC - Office and Business Support Lead

ADS Group; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

UKDSC in Farnborough is seeking an Office and Business Support Lead (part time, 32 hours per week) to coordinate day-to-day office operations and core administrative activities. You will provide structured support to the CEO and Leadership Team, ensuring the workplace runs smoothly and safely.

You'll manage facilities, health and safety compliance, travel and events logistics, onboarding new colleagues and acting as a central point of contact for internal teams and external suppliers, all with a

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating facilities and admin operations.
• Ability to liaise with suppliers and internal teams.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day office operations and core admin activities.
• Provide structured support to CEO and Leadership Team.
• Ensure the office runs smoothly, is well-organised and safe.
• Manage facilities, events logistics, onboarding and external contacts.

Skills

Organised work style

Facilities management

Health and safety

Event logistics

Stakeholder coordination

Onboarding

Job description

The Role

The Office and Business Support Lead (part time, 32hours per week) is responsible for the effective day-to-day coordination of UKDSC’s office environment and core operational activities.

The role provides structured support to the CEO and Leadership Team, while ensuring the office operates efficiently, is well-organised, and supports the needs of the wider team.

This role is focused on delivering a consistent, practical and well-managed working environment, acting as a central point of coordination for operational and administrative activity across the organisation.

The Candidate

We are looking for a highly organised and dependable individual who will take ownership of the day-to-day running of the office environment. This person will naturally create structure and order, ensuring that facilities, suppliers and operational processes run smoothly and efficiently. They will take pride in maintaining a safe, professional and well-functioning workplace, proactively resolving issues before they elevate.

We are seeking someone who is confident coordinating a wide range of activities, from facilities management and health and safety compliance through to event logistics and team coordination. The successful candidate will act as a central point of contact for both internal teams and external suppliers, building effective working relationships and ensuring clear, timely communication. A calm and practical approach is essential, particularly when managing competing priorities or supporting high-profile events, where the ability to remain composed and solution-focused under pressure is key.

We are looking for an individual who is proactive and self-sufficient, able to identify what needs to be done and take action with minimal supervision. They will be comfortable working independently while also contributing positively to a collaborative team environment, providing day-to-day support to colleagues and fostering a well-organised, inclusive and supportive culture. Strong interpersonal skills are important, as the role involves engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and supporting new joiners through onboarding and integration into the team.

The Role Requirements

• Office-based role (Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.30pm each day- 32hour week- part time)
• Ability to travel occasionally within the UK
• Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, UK Security Clearance (SC)
• Must have the right to work in the UK (please note that ADS do not offer visa sponsorship for this role)
• Job Description- Office and Business Support Lead Job Description.pdf
• Location- The role will be based at UKDSC, Cody Park, Farnborough GU14 0LX