Part time florist admin assistant
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Florist Admin Assistant to offer support to our small growing business.
You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our events by managing administrative tasks and supporting the team in delivering exceptional service.
Role is majority remote but some days may require to come to the studio for meetings.
Your main responsibilities will include -
* Diary Management: Efficiently manage the florist's schedule, including appointments, meetings, and deadlines.
* Contacting prospective clients and arranging meetings.
* Scheduling: Coordinate and arrange events, deliveries, and consultations to ensure all commitments are met on time.
* Booking Freelancers: Source and book freelance florists as required, ensuring adequate staffing for projects and events.
* Enquiry Follow-Ups: Respond promptly and professionally to client enquiries via phone or email.
* Proposal Preparation: work alongside the head florist to assist in creating and sending detailed proposals to clients, ensuring all requirements and preferences are clearly outlined.
* General Administrative Support: Perform additional administrative tasks as needed, including maintaining records, updating client information, and assisting with invoicing and keeping track of expenses and budgeting.
Essential Skills and Requirements -
* Strong organisational, time-management skills and ability to multi task.
* An interest in marketing is desired but not essential
* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
* Proficiency in office software and Canva (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google workspace) - fluency in excel is compulsory
* Professional and friendly demeanour, with a focus on customer service.
* Prior experience in an administrative role, preferably within the floral or event industry, is desirable.
Working Hours and Location
This role will be for 10 hours per week.
Work will mostly be remote but you will be required to come into our South London studio once a month or on request so being based in London is a must.
If you're detail-oriented and passionate about supporting a creative team, we'd love to hear from you
Email: with CV and cover letter
Applications to close 1st October - You will only be contacted if you are successful in getting an interview.
Please do not bombard with Emails and follow ups as we do not have the man power to respond to everyone.
Thank you and thank you for your time
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 per week
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Flexitime
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Application question(s):
* Are you fluent in using excel efficiently?
* Do you live in London?
Experience:
* Floristry: 1 year (preferred)
* Event's industry: 1 year (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London SE23 1AT