Administrator​/Admin Assistant; AWDO-T14775

Job Overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Administrator / Admin Assistant with strong administration, communication skills and excellent attention to detail.

As an Administrator / Admin Assistant you will support the delivery and development of international trade services, including export documentation, database maintenance and member enquiries.

The role will involve managing a range of administrative tasks, supporting existing contracts, assisting with new funding opportunities and helping ensure accurate records are maintained.

The Administrator / Admin Assistant will be confident liaising with members, able to manage priorities effectively and have an interest in global trade and general business issues.

Salary: £25,000 per annum + Benefits (Private Healthcare, Life Insurance, 3% Pension Contribution)

Location: Preston, Lancashire, North West England (100% Office Based)

Job Type: Full‑Time, 6 Months Temporary Contract

Working Hours: 35 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday

Driving Requirement: Must hold a Full Driving Licence and have access to a vehicle

• Export Documentation:
  Assist with the processing and administration of export documentation
• Database Management:
  Maintain accurate databases, records and member information
• Member Support:
  Communicate professionally with members and respond to enquiries
• Administrative Support:
  Provide high quality administrative support across international trade activity
• Contract Delivery:
  Assist with the successful delivery of existing contracts held by the organisation
• Funding Opportunities:
  Support work relating to new funding opportunities as required
• Record Keeping:
  Ensure documents, records and information are accurate, organised and up to date
• Task Management:
  Manage a varied workload, prioritising tasks effectively to meet deadlines
• Business Awareness:
  Maintain an interest in general business issues and major local developments

• Administrative
  
  Experience:
  
  Previous experience in a busy administrative, office support or business support role
• Attention To Detail:
  Strong accuracy and attention to detail when handling documentation, data and records
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence dealing with members and stakeholders
• Organisation
  
  Skills:
  
  Able to manage a range of different tasks and prioritise workload effectively
• Database
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience maintaining databases, records or CRM‑style systems
• Export Documentation:
  Experience dealing with export documentation would be advantageous
• Global Trade Knowledge:
  Understanding of global trade would be beneficial, although not essential
• Flexible Approach:
  Some flexibility around working hours when required
• Driving Requirement:
  Must be qualified to drive and have access to own vehicle