Business Support Assistant / Administrator
Location: Buckinghamshire (office-based)
We are working with a professional services firm based in Buckinghamshire who are looking to appoint a Business Support Assistant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and proactive administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced, professional environment and is keen to develop their career within business support.
This is a full-time, office-based role, with some flexibility to work from home on occassion if required.
The Role
The Business Support Assistant will provide a high standard of administrative and operational support to the wider office, including senior stakeholders. The role is varied and will suit someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented and confident working across multiple priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting into the Office Manager, responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
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Assisting with the preparation of documentation and professional correspondence
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Supporting new client onboarding processes, including engagement documentation and relevant checks
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Maintaining and updating internal databases and records
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Administration of banking and compliance-related documentation
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Providing administrative support for internal and external events
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Diary management and personal support for senior stakeholders as required
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Supporting colleagues across the office and providing cover where needed to meet deadlines
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Managing meeting room set-up, preparation and clear-down
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Meeting and greeting visitors in a professional and welcoming manner
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Preparing and submitting expense claims when requested
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Copying, printing and scanning documentation
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Managing incoming and outgoing post, couriers and deliveries
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Assisting with ad hoc administrative tasks as required
Candidate Profile
Our client is looking for a motivated and professional individual with a positive attitude and strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
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Proven experience in an administrative or business support role
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The ability to manage their own workload in a busy, fast-paced environment
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A flexible and professional approach with strong communication skills
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A team-oriented mindset with a proactive and enthusiastic attitude
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Excellent organisation, time management and prioritisation skills
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Strong attention to detail, including proof-reading and formatting accuracy
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Confidence using Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems quickly
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Strong IT literacy and adaptability
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Good written and spoken English, with a solid level of numeracy
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Flexibility to work additional hours when required
This role would suit an established administrator who is keen to progress into a PA or senior support role as the business continues to grow
