Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.
Administration Officer
Kingsmead Office - London
£32,495 - £34,205 per year
40 hours per week – Monday to Friday – 8:00am to 4:30pm
We have an opportunity for an Administration Officer to join our Estates Services team based at Kingsmead, London. As an Administration Officer you will provide quality support for the Estates Services function by coordinating administrative activities, supporting staff, and maintaining effective office systems.
The role of Administration Officer will include:
- General Office Administration including maintaining filing systems and records, Ensuring office supplies and equipment are available and functional and developing and implementing administrate procedures
- Drafting reports, memos and official correspondence
- Liaising with internal departments, customers, suppliers, and external stakeholders
- Scheduling meetings, appointments and events
- Preparing meeting agendas and taking minutes
- Maintaining accurate records, databases, and confidential documents
- Processing invoices, purchasing orders and expense claims
- Provide administrative support to managers and teams
Skills and experiences:
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Problem-solving and multitasking abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally
About us
We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.
Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:
- 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays
- A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
- Life Assurance
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
- Staff Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
- £32,495 per annum (rising to £34,205 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
View the job profile (if the link is unavailable please visit the Sanctuary careers website)
Closing Date: 23 August 2026
If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – [email protected]
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
View more detail about what it’s like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at - http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.
