Overview
The Royal Armouries is the United Kingdom’s national museum of arms and armour and one of the most important collections of its type in the world, housed at its headquarters and flagship museum in Leeds, its historic home at the Tower of London, and the Victorian Fort Nelson in Hampshire.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Operations Administrator to join the existing Operations team. Based at Fort Nelson this role reports to the Operations Manager.
The successful applicant will provide administration, cashier support and liaison for both internal and external enquiries. Taking minutes at department meetings and raising purchase orders for the department.
The successful candidate must be able to work flexibly, be highly organised and self-motivated with a proven ability to work to tight deadlines. They must be an effective and professional communicator, able to engage with stakeholders and build relationships at all levels across the organisation.
Hours
Hours
22 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7 excluding bank holidays.
Some flexible working around events and activities may be required. The role will predominantly be office based
Benefits
* Access to the discounted bicycles via Bike2Work scheme
* Access to free EAP services via the (Employee Assistance Program)
* Generous family friendly leave
* Access to discounted staff car parking
* 25% off staff shop
* 10% off food in on-site café (generous discounts on set meals, and reduce cost hot drinks)
* Pension scheme max employer contribution is 9%
* Access to free on-line learning
* Season ticket loan
* M-Card
Application and Requirements
A Police Check/ Disclosure will be requested in the event of a successful application. Please refer to the job description for the level of check required. A criminal record would not necessarily be a bar to employment.
Please note that all job offers are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, DBS/Police checks and right to work documentation.
To apply please visit https://www.cloudonlinerecruitment.co.uk/royalarmouries. Please note you will need to download an application form as directed and upload it via our recruitment system in the space provided. We cannot accept CVs in place of an application form.
Interview dates: Wednesday 22 nd October 2025
If you do not here from us 14 days after the closing date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful.
Person Specification
Job Title: Operations Administrator
Department: Operations
CRITERIA
STANDARD
E/D
EVIDENCE
Qualifications
Educated to GCSE or equivalent grade A-C in Maths and English
E
Work & Experience
Proven experience in cash handling and banking including reconciliation
E
Skills
Proven ability to liaise with external suppliers and customers
Able to analyse and interpret numerical data
Experience of maintaining spreadsheets
E
D
E
Knowledge
PC literate with working knowledge of MS Office applications
Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices
An understanding of financial processes
E
D
D
A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates a positive and flexible approach to working environment
Assertive, calm and reliable under pressure; able to prioritise conflicting demands
Shows a commitment to the aims and aspirations of the organisation
E
E
E
E
Interview
Interview
Interview
Interview
E = essential / D = desirable for applicants to meet relevant standard
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