Office Administrator
Location: Manchester / Stockport
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £22,500 – £28,000 per year depending on experience
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Work Location: Office-based
About the Role
We are looking for a reliable and organised Office Administrator to join our busy office team.
This is a full-time, office-based role suitable for someone who enjoys administration, speaking to clients, organising documents, managing appointments, and supporting a professional team.
The successful candidate will help with the smooth day-to-day running of the office and will be expected to work accurately, professionally, and confidentially.
Main Duties
As an Office Administrator, your responsibilities will include:
- Answering incoming telephone calls in a professional manner
- Taking clear messages and passing them to the correct person
- Responding to emails and general enquiries
- Booking appointments and managing diaries
- Greeting clients and visitors when required
- Scanning, uploading, filing, and organising documents
- Preparing and maintaining client files
- Updating records on internal systems
- Supporting staff with general administrative tasks
- Managing post, paperwork, and office correspondence
- Ordering stationery and basic office supplies
- Keeping the office organised and running efficiently
- Handling confidential information carefully and professionally
- Following company policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
- Organised, reliable, and punctual
- Confident speaking to clients over the phone
- Professional, polite, and well-presented
- Able to work accurately with good attention to detail
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Outlook, email, and basic IT systems
- Able to manage a busy workload and prioritise tasks
- Good at written and spoken communication
- Able to follow instructions and office procedures
- A team player with a positive attitude
- Comfortable handling confidential information
Experience Required
Previous experience in one of the following roles would be helpful:
- Office Administrator
- Admin Assistant
- Receptionist
- Customer Service Advisor
- Legal Secretary
- Office Assistant
- Data Entry Administrator
- Business Support Assistant
Experience in a legal or professional services office would be an advantage, but full training can be provided for the right candidate.
Required Skills
- Administration experience preferred
- Good telephone manner
- Strong attention to detail
- Good written and spoken English
- Basic IT and Microsoft Office skills
- Ability to work in a busy office environment
- Good organisation and time management
What We Offer
- Full-time permanent position
- Stable office-based role
- Supportive team environment
- Training and development
- Career progression opportunities
- Varied day-to-day duties
- Professional working environment
- Monday to Friday working pattern
Working Hours
Monday to Friday
Full-time hours
Exact working hours will be confirmed at interview.
How to Apply
Please apply with your CV to [email protected]
Applicants with experience in administration, reception, customer service, office support, data entry, or legal administration are encouraged to apply.
Pay: £22,500.00-£28,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
