Overview
Office Administrator Jobs in Harrogate, England, United Kingdom at Exponent
Title: Office Administrator
Company: Exponent
Location: Harrogate, England, United Kingdom
About ExponentExponentis a leading engineering and scientific consulting firm that brings together more than 90 different disciplines to solve the most pressing and complicated challenges facing stakeholders today. Our vision is to engage the brightest scientists and engineers to empower clients with solutions for a safe, healthy, sustainable and technologically complex world. We leverage over 50 years of experience in analysing accidents and failures to advise clients as they innovate their technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.
We employ experts from top programs at over 500 universities, as well as technical specialists from a variety of industries. At Exponent, we look to hire intelligent and driven people who want to make an impact and grow their careers within a dynamic consulting firm. You will work together with our consultants to provide outstanding service to our clients and to achieve our vision as a pre-eminent engineering and scientific consulting firm. We are excited about your interest in joining our growing team!
Key statistics:
1100+ Team members
900+ Consultants
550+ Ph.D.’s
30+ Offices globally
Our Opportunity
We are currently seeking an
Office Administrator
to join our expanding UK and EU offices. This is a dynamic role working closely with a wide range of individuals at all levels, including consultant and non-consultant Management and Directors, reporting to the Harrogate Office Directors. You will be the UK Head of Administration with responsibility for management of our UK administration teams. This role could be part-time for the right candidate.
You will be responsible for
Managing a team of Administrative Assistants within the UK
Performing a variety of day-to-day tasks to facilitate the smooth and efficient operation of the offices
Providing assistance and support to a diverse range of professional fee earning staff, working both within a team environment and independently, as required
Providing support to wider business functions such as finance (processing expenses, preparing invoices), HR and IT
Liaising with external service providers, clients, internal staff, and management
Familiarisation with, and implementation of, Exponent systems and policies
Assisting with audits and audit preparation, internal and external; supporting safety and quality representatives
Front of house representative, meeting and greeting guests and answering/directing external calls
Preparing documentation and reports
Coordinating internal and external meetings; participating in team meetings
Liaising with building management regarding office facilities
Carrying out conflict checks pertaining to new client work
Arranging worldwide courier services
Booking travel accommodation and preparing itineraries for international travel
Providing support with client/office business development events
Following up on accounts receivable
You Will Have The Following Skills And Qualifications
Demonstrated successful experience in leading a diverse administration role
Demonstrated experience in managing a team
Strong organisational skills
Able to multitask whilst working to deadlines and prioritise as required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages including: Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
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