Full‑Time Administrator | 📍 Gateshead | 🚗 Free On‑Site Parking | 🚇 Excellent Transport Links
Office Angels is delighted to be recruiting a Full‑Time Administrator on behalf of a long‑established and respected business based in Gateshead. With over 40 years of success, our client prides themselves on a friendly, supportive workplace where teamwork and customer service are at the heart of everything they do.
This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for an organised and reliable Administrator who enjoys variety, responsibility, and working as part of a close‑knit team. Expect a welcoming environment with regular team catch‑ups (often over a cuppa ☕️) and colleagues who genuinely support each other.
✅ The Details
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Permanent
Pay Rate: £13.81 per hour
Location: Office‑based in Pelaw, Gateshead
Working Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 4:00pm (early finish 🎉)
Optional Thursday shift: 8:00am - 4:00pm if preferredWorking Pattern Options:
35 hours per week with a 1‑hour lunch
37.5 hours per week with a 30‑minute lunch (extra 30 minutes paid at time and a quarter)
Most of the year, staff choose the shorter lunch for additional paid timeSaturday Work:
1 Saturday morning every 4 weeks (8:00am - 11:00am)
Paid at time and a half🎁 Benefits & Perks
💼 Pension contribution
🌴 22 days holiday, increasing with service
🚗 Free on‑site parking
🩺 Private medical insurance
⏳ Opportunity for paid overtime during busy periods🖥️ Key Responsibilities
As an Administrator, you'll play a vital role in the day‑to‑day running of the office, including:
Providing general administrative support to ensure smooth office operations
Processing high‑volume sales orders using a bespoke system (full training provided)
Delivering excellent customer service via phone and email
Managing tasks, schedules, and communications using Microsoft Outlook and Office
Working closely with management, production, and dispatch teams
Communicating order quantities and timings to support production planning
Handling general office duties such as card transactions and payment records👤 The Ideal Candidate
Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar administrative role
Strong organisation, attention to detail, and communication skills
Confident using Microsoft Office
Reliable, proactive, and comfortable working in a busy office environment📈 Training & Progression
You'll receive full training on systems and products, starting with straightforward orders and progressing to more complex tasks as your confidence grows.
📩 How to Apply
If you're looking for a stable, long‑term role with excellent benefits and a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.
👉 Apply now with your updated CV.
Please note: Due to high application volumes, if you are not contacted within 3 business days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide individual feedback.
Reasonable adjustments are available at any stage of the recruitment process - just let us know and we'll be happy to help.
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