Administrative Officer

Administrative Officer

Contract: 2-Year Fixed Term Contract

We are seeking an experienced Administrative Officer to join a busy public sector client, providing high-quality administrative support across multiple teams and divisions. Reporting to the Executive Assistant, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and organise meetings and events, both on and offsite, including room bookings and catering arrangements.
• Attend meetings, take notes, and prepare minutes.
• Arrange business travel and process related expense claims.
• Assist with conference and training registrations.
• Collate information for team updates and maintain internal records.
• Support procurement processes including purchase orders, tendering, and contract management.
• Monitor expenditure and assist with budget preparation.
• Provide diary management support across divisions as needed.
• Carry out general administrative duties and assist with the preparation and implementation of the annual work programme.

Skills & Experience:

• Strong organisational and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office and comfortable learning new systems.
• Experience coordinating meetings, events, and travel arrangements.
• Previous experience supporting multiple teams in a busy environment.
• Knowledge of procurement and budget processes is an advantage.

Desirable:

• Experience working in a public sector or semi-state organisation.
• Familiarity with telecommunications or digital markets.
• Knowledge and experience of public sector procurement processes.

Candidates must be available at short notice to start.