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Administrative Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 24 July 2025
Salary: £28,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 23 August 2025
Location: Taunton, Somerset, TA6 5LB
Company: Acorn Recruitment
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: a1WNz0000034XWjMAM_1753349103

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Summary

Administrative Assistant

  • Location: Wellington (near Taunton).
  • Contract: Temporary to Permanent.
  • Hours of work: Monday- Friday 8am-4pm (can be flexible on hours).
  • Salary: £28,000 per annum.

Exciting Opportunity for a full-time Administrative Assistant!

The role:

You will be working for a manufacturing company to support with a wide range of administrative services across planning, logistics, transport, accounts, IT, HR, and sales. As the first point of contact for the office, you will project a professional image and act as a vital link between the main site and Head Office.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide administrative support to all departments, including diary management, meeting coordination, and visitor support.
  • Manage documentation and online systems to ensure efficient operations.
  • Liaise with Head Office on HR, Accounts, and other business functions.
  • Support internal and external audits (BRC, ISO, Health & Safety).
  • Coordinate deliveries, transport arrangements, and liaise with contractors.
  • Maintain accurate records, including training, transport invoices, and pool car usage.
  • Assist with customer visits, travel bookings, and general office organisation.
  • Operate and maintain SAP systems to a high standard


Skills/Experience:

  • Proven experience in a busy administrative or customer service environment.
  • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and familiarity with corporate systems.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • A team player with a proactive attitude and attention to detail.


Benefits:

  • All breaks are paid
  • Flexible working hours
  • 33 days holiday (after 12 weeks)


Interested? Apply now or contact the Acorn by Synergie team at the Exeter branch!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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