Administrator​/Receptionist

Adecco are recruiting on behalf of East Sussex County Council for an experienced and motivated Business Administrator to join their team.

Position Details

Job Title:

Business Administrator

Employer:

East Sussex County Council
Contract Type:
Temporary

Hours:

37 hours per week
Working Pattern:
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Pay Rate:
£13.47 per hour (PAYE)
£17.35 per hour (Umbrella)

Location:

Dorset Road in Bexhill

Please note:

Due to the nature of the role and its location, an Enhanced DBS with Barred Lists for Adults & Children is essential.

About the Role

This role provides vital administrative and reception support to ensure the smooth running of services within the Council. You will play a key part in maintaining accurate records, responding to enquiries, supporting colleagues, and contributing to a professional and welcoming environment.

You will also be supporting a team that makes a meaningful difference to the local community, including interacting with staff working both onsite and remotely.

Top 3 Essential Skills

Reception experience
Strong administrative skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Key Responsibilities

Providing reception cover and greeting visitors.
Responding to email and telephone enquiries professionally.
Data entry, record maintenance, photocopying, scanning, and general admin tasks.
Drafting correspondence and preparing basic reports.
Maintaining filing systems and departmental information.
Minute-taking for routine meetings.
Supporting managers with diary management, travel arrangements, and meeting coordination.
Liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
Using MS Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office tools effectively.

Ideal Candidate

Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Confident communicator with excellent customer service skills
Able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
Comfortable using various IT systems
Professional, reliable, and adaptable
Understands confidentiality and can work with sensitivity

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are looking for a rewarding administrative role within a supportive public-sector environment, apply today via Adecco.

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