Dani at Avocet Commercial Careers is delighted to present this excellent opportunity with a leading accountancy practice in Holsworthy.
Looking for a role where your organisational skills, friendly manner, and attention to detail really make a difference? This is a key position providing day-to-day administrative support in their busy Holsworthy office, ensuring smooth operations and contributing to their continued success.
About the Client
Our client is a prestigious Accountancy Practice with a strong reputation across Devon and Somerset. Based in the heart of Holsworthy, they offer a genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance, providing varied and interesting work that plays a vital role in office success alongside great local clients and colleagues.
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual who enjoys working in a client-facing environment and wants to be part of a supportive professional team. You'll be the go-to person for keeping things running smoothly in this varied and engaging role.
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive admin and secretarial support to Partners, Directors, and Managers
* Manage meeting room bookings, setups, and maintenance
* Deliver exceptional client service - greeting visitors, arranging parking, and serving refreshments
* Handle switchboard calls, intercom, and messages professionally and efficiently
* Manage incoming and outgoing post and emails, including main office inbox administration
* Process payments, maintain petty cash records, and handle client banking transactions
* Maintain supplier and contractor information, plus key office contacts and utilities data
* Support client onboarding processes including ID checks, system setup, and legal documentation
* Ensure accuracy and currency of client records and internal databases
* Coordinate local office events from invitations through to logistics and follow-up
* Maintain organisation of client records storage systems
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant Requirements
* Previous experience in similar administrative or client-facing role
* Friendly and approachable personality with strong client service mindset
* Excellent organisational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
* Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
* Proactive, can-do attitude with keen attention to detail
* Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information
* Team-oriented approach while capable of working independently
Benefits
* Competitive salary of £24k - £26k DOE
* 36.25 hours per week preferred (minimum 21.75 hours considered)
* 20 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after three years
* Health & Wellbeing health scheme
* Flexible Benefits
* Reward Schemes
* Pension with 3% contribution rising to 4% (matched up to 6% after 4 years' service)
* Plus much more!
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be confident, organised, and thrive in a varied role within a client-facing environment. You'll be someone who takes pride in providing exceptional service while maintaining the highest professional standards.
You should be proactive and detail-oriented, with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a positive, can-do attitude. The ideal candidate will appreciate working for a Real Living Wage Employer that genuinely values employee wellbeing and professional development.
For a confidential discussion about this excellent opportunity, please contact Dani at Avocet Commercial Careers today