Overview
Administrative Assistant Jobs in Greater Leicester Area at Coulson Roofing Limited
Title: Administrative Assistant
Company: Coulson Roofing Limited
Location: Greater Leicester Area
About Coulson Roofing
Coulson Roofing is a well-established roofing contractor specialising in pitched roofing for new build housing developments across the East and South Midlands. We work with some of the UK’s leading housebuilders, delivering high-quality roofing solutions on a wide range of residential projects.
Our clients include major developers such as Miller Homes, Barratt Redrow, Taylor Wimpey, Persimmon, Places for People, Cameron Homes, and Allison Homes. We pride ourselves on reliability, quality workmanship, and strong relationships with both our customers and site teams.
Overview
Coulson Roofing is looking for a motivated and organised Administrative Assistant to support the day-to-day running of our busy office. This role is ideal for someone at the start of their career who is eager to learn, gain hands-on experience, and develop valuable administrative and operational skills within the construction and roofing industry. Full training will be provided, along with clear opportunities to grow and progress over time.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Care Management
- Organising and maintaining the customer care diary
- Coordinating materials required for customer care jobs
- Managing communication with customers and builders in a professional and timely manner
- Tracking progress of customer care requests and ensuring completion
General Office Duties
- Ordering and maintaining office stationery supplies
- Organising fleet vehicles, including booking MOTs and services
- Keeping accurate records of vehicle inspections and maintenance
- Supporting the team with general administrative tasks as required
Learning & Development Opportunities
· Comprehensive training provided across all aspects of the role
· Development of skills in material coordination, ordering, and inventory management
· Exposure to estimating processes, with support from senior team members
· Exposure to financial processes, including but not limited to verifying invoices against quotations and purchase orders
· Building industry knowledge within roofing and construction
· Clear progression opportunities, with increasing responsibility as skills develop
Requirements
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Good communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office or similar)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload
- Reliable and punctual with a proactive approach to work
Desirable (but not essential)
- Previous office or administrative experience
- Interest in construction or roofing industry
What We Offer
- Full on-the-job training with ongoing support
- A friendly and supportive team environment
- Clear opportunities for career progression within the company
- Valuable real-world experience in a growing industry
- A great starting point for a long-term career in construction or business administration
Working Hours & Benefits
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays (raises to 25 after five years of service)
- 2 weeks Christmas shutdown period
- Onsite free parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Clear opportunities for progression within the company
If you are eager to learn and grow within a fast-paced office environment, we would love to hear from you.
