Administrator
| Posting date: | 22 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,000 to £25,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 June 2025 |
| Location: | Cheetham Hill, North West, M3 1PT |
| Company: | Connections Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 56759342 |
Summary
Our client is a long-standing, family-run business based in Manchester, with over 100 years of experience supplying engraving, signage, and marking products to sectors including engineering, transport, and manufacturing.
They operate as a small, close-knit team in a practical, no-frills environment where everyone gets stuck in and supports each other. It's a place for people who value doing honest, quality work in a straightforward setting.
We’re looking for a hands-on, organised and proactive individual to join them as an Office Administrator / Support Assistant. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines admin responsibilities with light production tasks — ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of desk and hands-on work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process customer orders and quotes using Sage, ensuring accurate invoicing and data entry
- Manage courier bookings and dispatches to meet delivery deadlines
- Monitor shared inboxes and support general admin, including spreadsheets and workflow tracking
- Perform quality control checks on outgoing orders to ensure accuracy and presentation
- Assist with light production tasks like preparing labels and packing items
- Support the wider team with ad hoc tasks – no job too big or small
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong attention to detail and pride in doing a job well
- A team player who’s flexible and willing to help out where needed
- Comfortable using software like Sage (or keen to learn), Outlook, and Excel
- Previous experience in a small business or hands-on work environment is a plus
- A positive attitude and a willingness to get involved in all aspects of the role
Why Join?
- Join a respected business with a rich history and a loyal customer base
- Be part of a small, supportive team where your input makes a difference
- Enjoy a varied role with no red tape or office politics
- Potential to move into a permanent position following the initial 2-month contract
Interested? Apply today! We’re reviewing applications as they come in — don’t miss out on the chance to be part of something hands-on, honest, and rewarding.
They operate as a small, close-knit team in a practical, no-frills environment where everyone gets stuck in and supports each other. It's a place for people who value doing honest, quality work in a straightforward setting.
We’re looking for a hands-on, organised and proactive individual to join them as an Office Administrator / Support Assistant. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines admin responsibilities with light production tasks — ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of desk and hands-on work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process customer orders and quotes using Sage, ensuring accurate invoicing and data entry
- Manage courier bookings and dispatches to meet delivery deadlines
- Monitor shared inboxes and support general admin, including spreadsheets and workflow tracking
- Perform quality control checks on outgoing orders to ensure accuracy and presentation
- Assist with light production tasks like preparing labels and packing items
- Support the wider team with ad hoc tasks – no job too big or small
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong attention to detail and pride in doing a job well
- A team player who’s flexible and willing to help out where needed
- Comfortable using software like Sage (or keen to learn), Outlook, and Excel
- Previous experience in a small business or hands-on work environment is a plus
- A positive attitude and a willingness to get involved in all aspects of the role
Why Join?
- Join a respected business with a rich history and a loyal customer base
- Be part of a small, supportive team where your input makes a difference
- Enjoy a varied role with no red tape or office politics
- Potential to move into a permanent position following the initial 2-month contract
Interested? Apply today! We’re reviewing applications as they come in — don’t miss out on the chance to be part of something hands-on, honest, and rewarding.