Business Support Assistant - Join a Leading Local Business! 🌟
Location: Ipswich
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 per annum
Working Pattern: Full Time
Adecco is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a respected leader in the construction industry, for a Business Support Assistant to join their vibrant and collaborative team in Ipswich.
This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal role where your organisational skills, attention to detail, and proactive mindset will make a real impact. If you're looking for a role that combines variety, responsibility, and the chance to grow - this is it!
🧠About the Role
Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you'll be the go-to person for ensuring the smooth running of business operations. From coordinating travel and meetings to supporting process improvements and team events, you'll be at the heart of it all.
🔑 Key Responsibilities
🗓 Meetings & Travel Coordination
Manage diaries, book meeting rooms, and set up facilities (IT, refreshments, etc.).
Organise travel logistics: flights, hotels, parking, and transportation.
Coordinate restaurant bookings and all arrangements for Head Office visits.
Support the Assistant to the Managing Directors with meeting schedules and documentation.
Maintain a preferred supplier list for hotels and ensure cost-effective travel planning.📋 Administrative & General Support
Draft general correspondence and provide day-to-day admin support.
Maintain departmental spreadsheets and credit card records.
Track your own workload and support other team members as needed.
Order stationery, arrange gifts and anniversaries (in line with HR guidance), and manage staff milestone tracking.
Assist with ad-hoc tasks and support the Events Management team when required.🔄 Process & Efficiency
Take ownership of specific business support processes.
Create and manage documentation such as work instructions and checklists.
Deliver training and updates to the team.
Represent the Business Support Team in process discussions and collaborate on improvements.
💼 What We're Looking For
You'll thrive in this role if you are:
Organised & Proactive: Able to juggle multiple tasks with integrity and efficiency.
A Strong Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Team-Oriented: Collaborative, approachable, and ready to support others.
Detail-Focused & Tech-Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Mail Merge) with a high level of accuracy and grammar.
✅ Key Competencies & Skills
Strong administrative and organisational abilities
Ability to meet deadlines and manage confidential information
Professional, resourceful, and diplomatic approach
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Flexible to support additional hours or tasks when needed
🌟 Why Apply?
Competitive salary: £27,000 - £29,000 per annum
Permanent, full-time role in a respected and growing company
A friendly, supportive team environment
Opportunity to work on a hybrid basis after probation
Opportunities for personal and professional development
🚀 Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're excited by the idea of joining a high-performing team and making a real difference in a dynamic business, we want to hear from you!
Apply today through Adecco and let's build your future together.
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