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Are you an experienced receptionist or administrative professional looking for an exciting new opportunity? Our client, an engineering company based in Oldham, North West, is seeking a proactive and organised Office Administrator to join their team for a 12-month fixed-term contract, covering maternity leave. This role offers a fantastic chance to be part of a busy, professional environment, supporting a friendly and forward-thinking company. You'll be working closely with the HR and Finance Manager, ensuring that daily administrative functions run smoothly and efficiently. This is an office based role working 9.00am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday with a 45 minute lunch break. THE JOB Assist with the management of office facilities and grounds to ensure a well-maintained working environment Help the Finance Manager with administration of the IT mailbox, ensuring correspondence is handled promptly Coordinate staff appraisals, reviews, and vocational training sessions Manage staff holiday requests and oversee administrative timesheets reconciliation Order and manage office supplies to support smooth daily operations Book travel arrangements, hotels, seminars, and organise corporate events as needed Cover reception duties, greeting visitors, answering calls, and managing correspondence when required Provide Fire Marshall and First Aid support (full training will be provided) Support the team with various ad hoc administrative tasks as directed by the Line Manager THE PERSON Previous experience in an office support or administration environment Strong IT skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Planner, Outlook) GCSE English and Mathematics grade C or above; A Levels and further administration qualifications are desirable. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a friendly and professional demeanour Outstanding people skills, able to interact effectively with colleagues and visitors alike Flexible, eager to learn, and capable of adopting a positive attitude in a busy environment Exceptional discretion, maintaining high levels of confidentiality at all times Calm, level-headed approach with the ability to prioritise tasks independently Self-motivated, with a knack for motivating others and fostering a positive team culture THE BENEFITS A great working environment that encourages collaboration and professional development Onsite secure parking 20 days holiday + the bank holidays (increases with length of service to 25) Company pension Employee Assistance Programme Life Insurance Scheme Annual bonus Free on-site gym If you are highly organised, proactive, and ready to take on this exciting new role, we would love to hear from you. Please note that we are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK and therefore do not require sponsorship.

Construction Project Administrator - Maternity Cover Meridian are working with a Washington-based company that cover both Construction and MEP projects. With one of their team soon to take maternity leave, they are hiring for the role now to cover until October 2027. They are open to discussing the potential for keeping this hire on permanently upon the employee's return. If you are looking for a friendly, experienced working environment by joining an well-established team in the region, then this role is perfect for you! Benefits include (but are not exclusive to): Starting salary between 28k - 40k p.a (DoE) Immediate start available (subject to successful application process) Maternity leave cover until October 2027 potential of staying on permanently Office-based role, alongside other team members Working on a variety of projects Company pension schemes 25 days holiday allowance (plus additional bank holidays) Free, onsite parking Company fitness and health & wellbeing benefit programmes Requirements for this role: Previous experience in an administrative or project support role, ideally within construction or MEP sector Experience of construction projects and project delivery timelines Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and document management systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Duties include (but are not exclusive to): Creating, maintaining and updating project documentation, plans, reports and records Scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and producing accurate meeting minutes Managing company and project compliance and HSE records Assisting with project scheduling, by helping to track milestones and progress reports Supporting Project and Commercial teams with budget tracking, expense monitoring, purchase orders, and document control Acting as a central communication point between site teams, project managers, suppliers, clients, and stakeholders Ensuring documentation is accurate, compliant and up to date Working between the chain by helping streamline project co-ordination between onsite engineers and management, with office project/commercial teams If you're looking for a role as a Project Administrator in a growing team, then please apply directly to the advert or email (url removed) for more information Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.

My client is a successful Independent Financial Advice Practice with offices throughout East Anglia with over a billion, funds under management. My clients are a sizeable group with over seventy employees but remain a small and personable collective of likeminded professionals who really care about the clients they service. I am currently looking to recruit an experienced IFA Administrator to join their well-established Colchester Office. Purpose of the role To undertake client related administration, review work, reporting and implementation, in order to assist Independent Financial Advisers in the provision of independent financial services to clients. To undertake the required number of chargeable hours for the department. To complete tasks in an efficient and timely fashion. Knowledge and experience It is desired that Administrators have, or aim to achieve, the Certificate in Financial Services. This demonstrates the basic levels of technical knowledge which is required in order to undertake the job. A good understanding of Microsoft Office, and other industry technical software packages, e.g. Curo. Good organisational and planning skills and to be able to keep a time record of work undertaken on behalf of clients. Understand the advice process and the need for a commercial relationship with clients. Strong communication skills and excellent analytical skills. Good team player with a flexible approach. Key responsibilities Maintenance of client and portfolio records. Preparation of client files for annual or half yearly reviews. Process client new business and general client administration as required. Communicate with clients on case progress Preparing necessary paperwork and application forms for client meetings Managing WIP and invoicing. Communicate with product providers on case progress compliance issue and record keeping. Salary Up to 35,000.00, this is dependent on experience and qualifications. Benefits Life cover 4 x salary Flexible benefits scheme (including options to purchase dental cover, cycle to work scheme and purchase additional annual leave). Wellness platform with 24/7 GP access Shopping discounts platform Support to obtain professional qualifications with study leave and financial support with exam material Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Health Care Cash Plan Enhanced employer pension contributions Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home, post probation) 9-5 - Mon-Fri

Office Administrator Full Time (12-Month Contract) We are seeking an experienced Office Administrator to support our client based in Birkenhead . This is a full-time, 12-month contract role covering maternity leave. Extensions cannot be guaranteed, but successful candidates may be retained subject to workload. General office hours Monday Friday 8 00. Hourly rate: Up to £15 DOE Further information is given below but we are looking for a minimum of 3 years prior working experience as an Office Administrator or within administration roles - including time spent within invoice processing, document preparation, file maintenance and goods out logistics. Prior SAP experience is mandatory. The client works in the manufacturing sector in a busy plant environment, and some experience in a similar position will be beneficial. Training and support will be provided on an ongoing basis by the current team and plant logistics manager. Experience with SAP is essential for this role. Purpose of the Job You will provide comprehensive office administration support by undertaking clerical, coordination, and logistics-related activities. Key Responsibilities Scanning and managing documents in SAP Checking invoices and sending them to overseas offices Creating delivery documents and haulier programmes (goods out logistics) Creating and dispatching in SAP Ordering relevant stationery Managing accruals and creating PORs Supporting goods out logistics as needed Knowledge, Skills and Experience Minimum of 3 years experience in office administration or similar roles, including invoice processing, document preparation, and file maintenance Proven experience with SAP (mandatory) Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Strong numeracy and literacy skills Excellent team player with the ability to show initiative and problem-solving skills Experience in a manufacturing or busy plant environment is desirable What We Offer Investment in your professional development A friendly, supportive team environment Easy access to colleagues in planning, logistics, engineering, and management A workplace culture built on mutual respect and appreciation Please note: Duties may occasionally vary and additional reasonable tasks may be assigned. Candidates must have existing eligibility to work in the UK.

Senior Benefits Administrator The purpose of this role is to be responsible for the completion of the review and compute of all Benefits input and reconciliation. To be able to work to tight deadlines as required in order to deliver the monthly payroll. A team player whose main purpose is to support the Pension, Benefits and Payroll functions through measurable controls who will work closely with the Benefits Admin Team Leader and Benefits Administrators to ensure the successful delivery of compliant submissions within all legal and SOX audit requirements. The Senior Administrator will be responsible for the management of the benefit cases coming into the team ensuring SLA's and KPI's are met. They will be the key contact for all specialist Benefits queries as a first point of escalation. This role is a Maternity Cover Fixed Term Contract until October 2026. What You'll Do Carry out complex administration tasks in accordance with internal processes Act as an escalation point for any complex queries, both internally from the people services team and from the wider business. Assist and train Team members as required Deputise for the Benefits Team Leader as necessary Create and run all required reports, ensuring deadlines are met Maintain a strong understanding of the offerings and workings of the Benefits platform ( MyBenefits Perform pensions calculations, enter pensions data and answer queries to the required standard across all providers Responsible for payroll reconciliation of both DC (Defined contribution) and DB (Defined benefit) schemes Responsible for ensuring all monthly contributions loads are accurate and completed within specified deadlines Building and maintaining a close relationship with the Head of Pensions , ensuring they are aware and involved in all pension related activity, as necessary Works in conjunction with the Head of Pensions, Total Reward COE and Benefits Team Leader to manage the administrative impacts of annual and periodic scheme events, such as pension increases and annual renewal exercises Assist with production of information required for auditors To perform regular reconciliations of the main HR system and the MyBenefits platform ( Benefex) to ensure the records remain accurate and up to date . Working in conjunction with the Total Rewards COE and the Benefits Team Leader to ensure effective delivery of new initiatives What You'll Need Previous pension administration experience, working across multiple schemes and providers, ideally in a Shared Services environment as well as Good communication and "client focused" skills with advanced Excel skills (Vlook Ups / Pivot tables) Previous experience of using PeopleSoft is desirable Previous experience of using a Benefit Platform administered by a third party is desirable Excellent attention to detail Process driven Why CBRE When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realise your full potential. Our Values in Hiring At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Job Description: Logistics Coordinator & HR Administrator Company: Genesis Technology Services Ltd Department: Human Resources & Administration Reporting To: HR & Administration Manager Location: Peterborough, UK (Head Office - Fully On-Site) Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract (9-Month Maternity Leave Cover) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:30pm Role Overview We are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator & HR Administrator to join our HR & Administration team on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. This role provides comprehensive HR administration and operational support while also managing key office logistics and administrative functions. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth HR processes, effective employee support, and efficient day-to-day office operations. The role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, discretion when handling confidential information, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have previous experience supporting HR policy and process administration, working with HR management systems/platforms, and a good operational understanding of payroll processes and associated administration. Key Responsibilities 1. HR Administration & Employee Lifecycle • Act as the first point of contact for HR queries (phone, email, and in-person). • Support employees and managers with HR policies, terms, and procedures. • Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle administration: o Onboarding (offer letters, contracts, background checks, welcome packs) o Employee changes (amendments, promotions, contract updates) o Offboarding (leavers documentation, exit process, references) • Maintain accurate employee records in HR systems and files. • Ensure all HR documentation is compliant with UK employment law and company policy. • Manage Right to Work documentation, visas, and work permits tracking. 2. HR Systems & Data Management • Maintain and update HR information systems. • Provide first-line support for HR system queries and escalate where necessary. • Maintain accurate employee master data and HR trackers. • Produce basic HR reports (absence, headcount, turnover, attendance). 3. Recruitment & Onboarding Support • Support the recruitment process including job postings and agency coordination. • Assist with interview scheduling and candidate communications. • Prepare recruitment reports and updates for the HR team. • Coordinate onboarding and induction programmes. 4. HR Processes & Compliance Support • Maintain HR documentation in line with audit and compliance requirements. • Support absence tracking, including sickness and family leave. • Assist in ensuring compliance with HR policies and UK employment regulations. • Maintain records for contractors, insurance compliance, and HR governance. 5. Office & Logistics Administration • Manage office supplies, stationery, and catering orders. • Oversee incoming and outgoing mail, deliveries, and couriers. • Coordinate IT equipment logistics (collections, deliveries, tracking). • Maintain visitor logs and ensure office security procedures are followed. • Manage employee ID cards (issue, replacement, tracking). • Support management of company vehicles, bookings, and accommodation. • Liaise with cleaning and facilities providers to maintain office standards. 6. Finance & Operational Support • Support invoice preparation and processing where required. • Assist with tracking and resolving customer/payment queries (e.g. van hire, services). • Maintain records of attendance and scheduling diaries. • Ensure accurate documentation across operational processes. 7. Employee Engagement & HR Projects • Support HR initiatives including engagement, wellness, and diversity programmes. • Assist with company events, townhalls, and internal communications. • Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives. • Support development of policy FAQs and employee guidance documents. Skills & Experience Essential • Previous experience in an HR administrative or HR support role. • Strong organisational and time management skills. • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). • High attention to detail and accuracy. • Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Office Suite. • Ability to handle confidential information professionally. • Experience supporting and administering HR policies and processes. • Experience using HR management systems/platforms and maintaining accurate employee data. • Good understanding of payroll administration processes and payroll-related coordination. Desirable • CIPD Level 3 (or working towards). • Experience with HR systems. • Exposure to recruitment or office administration/logistics support. Personal Attributes • Reliable, punctual, and proactive. • Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Strong team player with a can-do attitude. • Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively. Additional Notes This role combines HR administration with operational office logistics support. It is ideal for someone looking to develop broader HR exposure within a structured, fast-moving business environment.