One of my local government clients is seeking to appoint an Administrator to provide temporary business support within the Environment Department. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual to play a key role in supporting essential Council services. Main Purpose of the Role The successful candidate will provide a wide range of administrative and financial support functions to help ensure the Department’s aims and objectives are achieved in line with the Authority’s financial regulations and corporate policies. Key Responsibilities * Provide efficient and effective financial and administrative support to the Department * Process creditor and debtor payments to ensure compliance with financial regulations and performance targets * Input and maintain accurate personnel data, including staff absences and payroll information * Maintain financial and administrative records in accordance with audit requirements * Prepare and produce management information reports as required * Accurately update and maintain computer systems and departmental databases * Review and analyse costing information to ensure management data is current and accurate * Liaise with contractors, clients, and internal teams as necessary * Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance processes and systems * Monitor departmental and divisional mailboxes, responding in line with corporate standards * Handle telephone and customer enquiries professionally and efficiently * Undertake general administrative duties, including mail distribution, correspondence, and filing * Carry out any reasonable duties requested to support line managers within the Department About You You will be an organised and motivated administrator with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy working environment. Excellent communication and IT skills are essential, as is the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Essential Skills and Experience * Previous experience working within a local authority or Council environment – this is essential or highly desirable * Proven administrative and financial support experience * Strong IT proficiency, particularly in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams) * Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills * Accuracy and attention to detail when managing data and records * Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines effectively Working Arrangements This role requires you to be in the office for at least two days per week, with the remaining days worked remotely. Working hours are 37 per week, Monday to Friday, starting between 8:00am and 9:00am. If interested in this role please send your CV to Lee-Jaun at Coyle Personnel Ltd