Administrator

Administrator, Gateshead Salary £26,000 - £28,000 My client is on the search for a friendly, organised, and proactive Administrator to join their small but very busy team. This is a varied, people focused role where you’ll support HR and the wider business, helping everything run smoothly day to day. If you enjoy being at the heart of the organisation, supporting others, and getting involved in lots of different activities, this could be a great fit for you. Key Responsibilities will include (but not limited to): No two days will be the same, but your role will include: * Supporting the HR team with employee lifecycle administration * Managing and responding to emails or directing them to the right people * Supporting Directors with diary management, meetings, and coordination with internal and external contacts * Organising travel arrangements such as flights, hotels, taxis, and car hire * Playing a key role in employee engagement activities, including organising events and booking venues * Keeping on top of office supplies, workwear, and meeting room essentials * Arranging catering and refreshments for meetings and events, including set‑up and tidy‑up * Helping organise off‑site training days * Keeping noticeboards, boardrooms, and training rooms welcoming and well presented * Tracking and booking company vehicle servicing and maintenance Criteria: You don’t need to tick every box, but we’re looking for someone who has: * Previous experience in an administration or office support role * Confidence handling emails, phone calls, and general correspondence * Experience managing diaries, meetings, and appointments * Good attention to detail when maintaining records and entering data * The ability to prepare documents, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations * A friendly, professional approach when dealing with colleagues, visitors, and customers Person specification: * Clear and confident communication skills * Strong organisation and time‑management abilities * A good working knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint * The ability to work well on your own and as part of a team * Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information * A positive attitude and willingness to help * Comfort working in a busy environment with lots of variety * Driving license and access to a car