6 Month Fixed Term Contract37 hours per weekMon-Thu: 08:00 - 16:30 / Fri: 08:00 - 13:00£12.21 per hourFree Car parkingCheck your local transport links here:Plan Your Journey | Traveline- the destination you should input is Colchester, CO2 7UTJob Description:At Sodexo, we're passionate about supporting the people who serve our country. We are currently looking for a General Administrator to join our team at Merville Barracks,Colchester, CO2 7UT providing essential administrative support across the contract and helping ensure the smooth running of military offices and headquarters.This is a varied and rewarding role where you will work closely with military personnel, families and external organisations, providing professional administrative support and helping to maintain high standards of service delivery.What You'll Do:As a General Administrator, you will provide administrative support across different units and headquarters as required. Your duties may include:Providing clerical and administrative support to Units or HeadquartersAssisting military personnel with report schedules and JPA workflowProducing and distributing Part One Orders and other official documentationMaintaining and updating repeat orders, convening orders, delegation of powers and boards of enquiriesManaging and maintaining documentation and records on JPA and Unit/HQ systemsProducing and maintaining personnel records and reportsPreparing mailshots, invitations, posters and other communicationsDrafting and preparing sensitive written work on behalf of senior leadersMaintaining accurate records including married quarter addressesActing as a key point of contact for military personnel, families and external organisationsSupporting unit-led events and functions such as coffee morningsAnswering telephone calls professionally and managing incoming and outgoing postSupporting general office administration and completing ad-hoc tasks as requiredYou will also play an important role in maintaining a welcoming and professional environment when dealing with personnel, families and external agencies.What You Bring:Strong administrative backgroundExcellent IT skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) or NVQ Level 2 in Business AdministrationMust be able to obtain BPSS clearance and DBS checkDesirable:Experience working within a military environmentExcellent organisational skillsProfessional and confident telephone mannerWhat we offer:On-the-job training with experienced professionalsFully funded apprenticeship qualificationsCareer development opportunities within SodexoA friendly and supportive work environmentWellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.Join us and be part of a company that values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications