Office & Business Administrator Location: Sparkford, Somerset (Office-Based) Hours: Monday to Thursday, 08:30am - 3:30pm (28 hours per week, including a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break) Salary: Negotiable depending on experience Contract: Part‑Time, with potential to increase to full‑time as the business grows
About OCM Consulting
OCM Consulting is a growing commercial consultancy supporting clients across the Civil Engineering, Utilities, Infrastructure and Construction sectors throughout the UK. We provide commercial management, quantity surveying, contract support and project consultancy services, helping our clients successfully deliver projects while managing risk, cost and performance.
About the Role
We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Office & Business Administrator to support the day‑to‑day running of our growing business. The role is varied, with no two days the same, and involves administration, finance support, recruitment coordination, social media activities and general business operations. The position is initially remote while office premises are being finalised and is intended to be office‑based in Sparkford, Somerset. Applicants should therefore be within a reasonable commuting distance. There is also potential for the role to increase to full‑time hours as the business continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities
- Administration & Business Support – Provide administrative support to the Managing Director and wider team, manage incoming telephone and email enquiries, prepare reports, spreadsheets and business documentation, maintain company records and internal systems, create and update employee and business documentation, assist with general business administration and ad‑hoc projects.
- Finance Support – Create and issue invoices using Xero, assist with timesheet collation and payroll information, support client and supplier account queries, liaise with accountants and suppliers when required.
- Recruitment & Marketing Support – Assist with advertising vacancies and coordinating applications, support recruitment activities using job boards and LinkedIn, help maintain employee records, assist with social media content and company marketing activities.
- Operations & Coordination – Organise travel, accommodation, meetings and company events, build positive relationships with suppliers and external partners, support day‑to‑day business operations.
What We're Looking For
- Essential – Previous administration experience, excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills, good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload, strong problem‑solving skills and a practical approach, ability to work independently and use initiative, reliable, professional and trustworthy, positive attitude and willingness to get involved.
- Desirable – Experience using Xero, BrightPay or similar systems, experience supporting payroll, accounts administration or bookkeeping, awareness of HR or recruitment processes, experience with LinkedIn, social media or marketing activities, experience working within a growing small business.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
- Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience.
- Company pension.
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Flexible working options.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Opportunity to grow alongside a successful and expanding business.
- Friendly, supportive team culture.
- The chance to make a real impact within a growing business.
Apply Now
If you’re an organised, proactive individual who enjoys variety and wants to be part of a growing business, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter to or call 01747 213148 for an informal discussion about the role.
