Heritage Estate Administrator — 4‑Day Week, 18m Contract

Port Eliot; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A historic estate in Cornwall is seeking an Administrator to support core administrative functions in a busy environment. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of digital tools for financial and operational management. Responsibilities include overseeing communications, financial transactions, and event bookings while ensuring effective collaboration among the team. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow with an ambitious heritage estate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in administration in a busy commercial heritage/tourism or estate environment.
• Experience dealing with software that integrates across finance and logistics.
• Proactive and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage office communications and administration.
• Support financial management of business transactions.
• Oversee event bookings and accommodation arrangements.
• Ensure effective communication within the Port Eliot team.

Skills

Administration in a busy commercial environment

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience with digital tools

Education

Degree or Equivalent in cultural tourism, operations management, property management or museum management

Tools

Xero

Job description

A historic estate in Cornwall is seeking an Administrator to support core administrative functions in a busy environment. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of digital tools for financial and operational management. Responsibilities include overseeing communications, financial transactions, and event bookings while ensuring effective collaboration among the team. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow with an ambitious heritage estate.