Business Support Assistant
Location: On-site, Theale (Reading)
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 DOE
I'm currently recruiting for a Business Support Assistant to join a well-established organisation based in Theale. This is a full-time, on-site role offering a varied and hands-on position within a busy office environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations and ensuring the smooth running of administrative and facilities functions.
Key Responsibilities
* Front-of-house duties including answering incoming calls and greeting visitors.
* General administrative support to staff across multiple office locations.
* Managing office supplies, equipment maintenance, and refreshments.
* Handling incoming and outgoing post, including courier arrangements.
* Booking travel and training for staff and maintaining related records.
* Supporting health and safety processes including lone worker monitoring and reporting.
* Assisting with promotional and training materials, bid support, and monthly reporting.
* Maintaining vehicle insurance and mileage records.
* Overseeing PPE stock and lifejacket servicing.
* Supporting new staff inductions and facilities management.
* Updating project tracking systems and contractor timesheets.
* Responding to enquiries via phone, email, and web, often requiring interpretation of technical drawings and understanding of relevant guidelines.
Candidate Profile
* Previous experience in an administrative role is essential.
* Confident and professional communication skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
* Awareness of health and safety practices (e.g., risk assessments, safe systems of work).
* Experience in an engineering or technical office environment is desirable.
* Facilities management experience is a plus.
Benefits
* Company pension scheme
* Life assurance (2x salary)
* Enhanced sick pay
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