Administrator
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.6 to £13.0 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £25,584 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 February 2026 |
| Location: | Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, ng1 3ed |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | 4769835_1770741196 |
Summary
You will assist in the efficient administration of a national contract providing housing services. The role involves working proactively to ensure best practices within the Property, Operational, and Finance teams, and fostering strong internal relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain an up-to-date Purchase Admin inbox.
- Process purchase orders and handle associated receipts via the designated system.
- Manage ad-hoc orders, cancellations, reorders, and credits in coordination with the operational team.
- Process payments for goods and services using the company Procurement Card, adhering to Procurement Card Regulations.
- Oversee the maintenance of storage facilities and liaise with suppliers.
- Assist in managing utility bills for the national contract.
- Work with utility providers to ensure correct billing, meter readings, and remedial actions.
- Handle incoming calls related to orders and billing enquiries.
- Cultivate positive relationships with contractors and suppliers.
- Manage gas and electricity top-ups for properties and liaise with suppliers for meter exchanges and tariff updates.
- Set up accounts for new properties (Council Tax, Water, TV License, Gas, and Electric) and close accounts when required.
- Provide administrative support to national operational teams, including room bookings, travel arrangements, and procurement for properties.
General Responsibilities:
- Participate in training activities relevant to your role.
- Collaborate with colleagues to manage risk and ensure ownership.
- Manage your time effectively to meet deadlines.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Previous experience in finance and administration.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good numerical and analytical abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel spreadsheets.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in data management.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
This role is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and proactive individual with strong administrative and financial skills to contribute to a dynamic team in the housing services sector.This role is being offered on a possible temp-to-perm basis.
Office-based
37.5 hours a week
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