We are Hiring – Administrator

Would you like to join the BDN team? We are hiring!

We are looking for an administrator to join our growing team. Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.

The company is an award winning architectural and engineering practise operating in the North East and North West. This role is based in the Sunderland Office.

40hr working week during office hours Mon-Fri, uniquely designed office with free parking. 25 days holiday (exclusive of bank holidays).

Job role: Inclusive of but not limited to:

  • Carry out clerical duties, including answering phones, greeting clients and preparing documents
  • Support with day to day administrative tasks including issuing quotes and invoices
  • Managing dairies and meetings, scheduling and planning meetings and events
  • Order office supplies as required
  • Supporting with procurement and tender processes
  • Liaising with clients and stakeholders
  • Data entry, retrieval and database maintenance
  • Filing and archiving
  • Creating and managing documents, spreadsheets and presentations
  • Compiling reports
  • Booking travel and accommodation for team members

Requirements

  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work to deadlines under pressure
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent Organisational skills
  • IT literate with good typing skills and confident using a range of programmes including email, word processors, presentations and spreadsheets
  • Time management skills and the ability to prioritise their workload effectively
  • Customer service skills
  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to come up with creative solutions to issues
  • Able to work with a team, take direction from others and collaborate effectively

Please send your CV to rochelle.richardson@bdnltd.com or contact us to find out more about the role.

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