Job Description
At Connells, part of the Connells Group, we are currently looking to recruit a Administrator in Oldbury. The administrator will provide comprehensive and proactive support to the area, and to also support the wider Connells division and the Senior Management Team.
Key responsibilities of a Administrator
- Effective e-mail management: establish, agree and maintain a system that best supports the business
- Comprehensive and proactive business support: able to manage, prioritise and undertake diverse activities in a positive and flexible way (e.g. arranging travel plans, managing calls, setting up / coordinating meetings / conferences, dealing with general queries and correspondence, minute taking)
- Coordinate and prepare for relevant key meetings and events: create appropriate packs, presentations, materials, agendas etc (using PowerPoint, Word or other software when appropriate.
- Support and organise regional initiatives and social events and distributing communications to the business unit.
- Undertake ad-hoc tasks as required, be a proactive source of help to the team and keep activity on track, carrying out all tasks as required, such as managing stationary ordering, car allocations in collaboration with Fleet etc
- Regular liaison with internal departments such as HR, IT, Fleet and Payroll.
Skills and experience required to be a successful Administrator
- Experience in working in a fast-paced, customer centric, complex and changing environment, using a high level of organisation, prioritisation, communication and relationship skills
- Excellent organisation, prioritisation and time management skills with a strong attention to detail
- Ability to work proactively and comfortably - excited at using your own initiative in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change regularly
- Excellent communication, influencing and relationship skills, with a strong customer centric approach (comfortable working with colleagues at all levels within the organisation)
- Fully proficient in all key software packages e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and confident with all aspects Microsoft Outlook (or similar email system)
- High levels of energy, drive, enthusiasm with a passion for developing yourself and being an active and supportive member of a high performing team
Connells Group, one of the largest and most successful estate agency and property services providers in the UK. Founded in 1936 and with a network or over 1,250 branches, the Group combines residential sales and lettings expertise with a range of services including new homes, mortgage services, surveying, conveyancing and more!
Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Job Reference: EACS02477