Office Administrator & Social Value Coordinator Roofing & Cladding Contractor Durham | £25,000 – £30,000 | Full Time, Permanent (37 hours) Lemon Drizzle Recruitment is excited to be working with a thriving and growing Roofing & Cladding Contractor based in Durham. Known for delivering high-quality building envelope solutions across commercial, industrial and high-rise projects throughout the North East, this is a business with strong values and a genuinely supportive culture. They’re now looking for an Office Administrator & Social Value Coordinator to play a key role at the heart of the business. Why this role stands out This is much more than a standard admin position. You’ll be a central support hub for the business, working closely with commercial, procurement, technical and site teams — while also helping to shape and grow the company’s social value and community impact strategy, an area the business expects to expand significantly. If you’re organised, people-focused, and passionate about making a difference, this role offers real responsibility, variety, and long-term progression. What you’ll be doing Office Administration (Primary Focus): * Providing admin support across all departments * Acting as the first point of contact for calls and emails * Managing office supplies, equipment, and document control * Maintaining accurate filing systems (digital and physical) * Coordinating general HR administration * Supporting day-to-day office operations to keep everything running smoothly Social Value & Community Engagement (Growing Focus): * Supporting the planning, delivery, and monitoring of social value initiatives * Coordinating community engagement activities and events * Building relationships with local charities, schools, and suppliers * Collecting and managing data for social value reporting * Assisting with internal and external reports * Maintaining records in line with relevant frameworks and commitments What they’re looking for * A positive, proactive, can-do attitude * Strong communication skills — confident on the phone, by email and face-to-face * Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment * Comfortable working under pressure and adapting to change * A true team player who enjoys supporting others * Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) * A genuine passion for community engagement and sustainability * A full UK driving licence (or working towards one) — community visits are part of the role What’s in it for you? * Competitive salary: £25,000 – £30,000 * 25 days holiday bank holidays * Company pension * Free on-site parking * Early finish every Friday (2pm!) * Clear opportunity to progress into a senior social value role * Hands-on exposure to live construction projects and site environments from day one * A friendly, close-knit team where your contribution genuinely matters Hiring process Informal chat with Rachel Scott at Lemon Drizzle Recruitment CV submission to the client In-person interview with the Hiring Manager If you’re looking for a role where you can build skills, make an impact, and develop a long-term career within construction administration and social value, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss