Administrator

Compass Group; Gosport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food service company in the UK is seeking a part-time Administrator to manage administrative duties for Defence. The ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to high standards. Key responsibilities include team management, answering calls and emails, office organization, and supporting various projects. This role provides opportunities for career progression within a supportive company culture that values diversity and individual contributions.

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional customer service.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Demonstrates brilliant time keeping and reliability.
• Attention to detail is crucial.
• Committed and honest with high work standards.
• Ambitious and motivated to upskill.

Responsibilities

• Manage a Reception & Accommodation team of 8.
• Answer telephones in a polite and professional manner.
• Attend meetings and take notes.
• Keep the office tidy and presentable.
• Order stationery and supplies as needed.
• Support staff by undertaking ad-hoc projects.
• Produce reports and presentations.
• Answer email queries through a central inbox.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Time keeping

Reliability

Job description

Season your career as an Administrator

We're recruiting an experienced Administrator who is friendly, adaptable and can confidently manage general administrative duties for Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. You'll be responsible for ensuring our offices run smoothly and efficiently and will be given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Line Management responsibility of a Reception & Accommodation team of 8.
• Answering telephones in a polite and professional manner
• Attending meetings and note taking
• Keeping the office tidy and presentable always
• Ordering stationery and supplies when needed
• Supporting staff by undertaking ad-hoc projects when needed
• Producing reports and presentations
• Answering email queries, usually through a central inbox

Our ideal Administrator will:

• Be passionate exceptional customer service
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Demonstrate brilliant time keeping and reliability
• Have attention for detail
• Be a committed and honest individual who always works to very high standards
• Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!