Business Support Administrator

Position: Business Support/Sales Administrator
* Salary: £23,000 - £25,000 per annum (depending on experience)
* Location: Royston, Herts
* Contract: Permanent, Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
* Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm (Half an hour lunch break)
Business Support/Sales Administrator:
* Would a varied position where you also get to support other departments within their administrative duties appeal to you?
* Are you a confident, outgoing and friendly individual with excellent communication skills?
* Does the opportunity to working for a growing company with good company perks and prospects appeal to you?
* Maybe you have some previous experience being the first point of contact for a company or working on reception and are experienced welcoming guests, customers and visitors to the business?
If you answer 'YES’ to some of the above, then please don’t delay and get in touch with the smart10 team today…
Our client:
Our client is an award-winning luxury printing company with over 50 years experience in their specialised field. It’s an exciting time for our client as they have just gone through a company merge and a growing and are looking for an enthusiastic Business Support/Sales Administrator to join their expanding team.
Job Responsibilities:
In this role, you will be the first point of contact for the Company; welcoming guests, customers, and visitors to the business, as well as supporting various other departments with administrative duties. To be successful in this role, you should be courteous, friendly, and outgoing, as you will be providing the first impression to our customers, in person and on the phone. You should be able to communicate with people on all levels, and have a strong attention to detail. All administrative tasks will need to be executed to the highest quality standards, displaying initiative and the ability to work on your own and be self-sufficient.
Your duties will include:
Greet and welcome guests, providing them with refreshments where required
Co-ordinate visits with the appropriate department
Answer, screen, and forward calls to the correct person, taking clear messages when necessary
Ensure that the reception area & meeting rooms are tidy and presentable, with all stationery and material stock levels maintained
Full responsibilities for the post duties (incoming and outgoing post, franking machine updates/issues)
Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (for example; monitoring the logbook, issuing visitor badges)
Update calendars and schedule bookings for staff in meeting rooms
Arranging accommodation, transport, and evening meals for overseas visitors from other sites
Display your hospitality skills by organising lunches for corporate meetings
Organise events, such as the staff Christmas party
Produce and send out sample packs and letters to customers as requested by the Sales team
Keep the material samples tidy, filed, and ensure there are adequate stock levels
Any ad hoc duties as reasonably requested by your line manager
As well as general reception duties, the successful candidate will have an exciting opportunity to support the wider business, giving them invaluable exposure to how the business operates. This will include supporting Account Management & Admin, Sales, HR, the Managing Director, and other departments.
The ideal candidate will need to be autonomous and adaptable, with the enthusiasm to take on challenges and make this role their own.
Job Requirements:
Experience working in a Reception, Business Administrator or PA position
Someone who can present themselves in a professional manner
Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure
Someone who is flexible and adaptable, and willing to roll up their sleeves and get involved
High attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and an eye for accuracy - someone who takes pride in their work
Proficiency in Microsoft office suite
Hands on experience with office equipment such as a franking machine, printer, and laminator
Hostess skills would be an advantage
Solid written and verbal communication skills
A 'can do' positive attitude, with the ability to be resourceful and proactive
Effective communication and listening skills, with the ability to be discreet and confidential
Additional Informtation/ Benefits
A factory that holds itself to the highest standards of cleanliness, with state-of-the-art printing equipment
An open-plan, spacious office with lots of natural lighting and an outside picnic area
Exciting career progression opportunities throughout the business
A structured grading review system to drive your learning and development throughout your whole employment
An employee benefits portal that has a strong focus on physical and mental health and wellbeing, and financial support
Company-wide bonus Scheme & Referral Programme
Free, onsite parking for all employees
Free refreshments for all employees
Please note that Smart10 Recruitment Group is serving as an employment agency/business for this opportunity. Your application will be thoroughly reviewed in comparison to other candidates, and if you are shortlisted, we will contact you directly soon.
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