Temp Administration Assistant

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Temp Administration Assistant to join our dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support daily office operations, ensure smooth administrative workflows, and contribute to a productive work environment. As a key member of our administrative team, you will bring energy, organisation, and efficiency to our office setting, helping us maintain high standards of service and operational excellence.

Duties

• Manage incoming calls with professionalism, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette and clear communication.
• Check all operational files for errors and omissions for customs.
• Support clerical functions such as filing, scanning, photocopying, and organising documents to keep the office running smoothly.
• Enter and update information in various databases with precision and attention to detail.
• Perform general administrative support including preparing reports, managing correspondence, and assisting team members as needed.
• Maintain a tidy and organised workspace while adhering to organisational protocols.

Requirements

• Prior office experience demonstrating familiarity with administrative tasks and office procedures.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) is preferred.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated clerical experience including data entry, filing, and document management and checking.
• Effective phone etiquette with clear communication skills for interacting with clients, and team members.
• Ability to type quickly and accurately while managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Basic understanding of office equipment such as printers, scanners, and fax machines.
• Freight Forwarding or shipping knowledge preferred but not essential.

Join us in this engaging temporary role where your organisational talents will shine! We value energetic individuals eager to contribute their skills in a collaborative environment that fosters growth and professionalism. This paid position offers valuable experience supporting essential office functions while working alongside a dedicated team committed to excellence.

Pay: £12.71-£14.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Application question(s):

• Have you worked in freight forwarding before?

Experience:

• Administration: 3 years (required)

Location:

• Felixstowe IP11 2JB (preferred)

Work Location: In person