Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Full-Time 24000 - 28000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
BSW Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage office activities, customer orders, and support the Site Manager.
  • Company: Join BSW Group, the UK's largest timber and forestry business.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a contributory pension scheme and employee discounts.
  • Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced environment.
  • Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team driving innovation in sustainable timber.
  • Qualifications: Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.

Your role: We have a fantastic opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to join our Manufacturing team at our Barton Recovery site, located in Barton-Under-Needwood, DE13 8EB. As an Administrative Assistant you will be responsible for all office-based activities at site. These include:

  • Managing the order processing system from both email and telephone to ensure all customer orders are delivered in full and on time.
  • Assisting the Site Manager to ensure all sales and procurement paperwork is produced and completed correctly.
  • Accurately input data and liaise with customers and vendors whilst driving first class customer service.
  • Liaising with Customers and the Site Manager to resolve any issues in the event of a customer complaint.

About you:

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Full working knowledge of Microsoft office programmes.
  • Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience within a busy, face paced office environment.
  • Willingness to undertake relevant training to fulfil the role.

Who we are: BSW Group is the largest timber and forestry business in the UK, with operating divisions spanning the whole supply chain, from tree nurseries and woodland management to sawmilling and pallets. We market 35 million saplings annually through the country’s leading commercial tree nursery, have planted a billion trees through Tilhill Forestry, supply sustainable timber products to an array of industries as BSW Timber, and manufacture millions of pallets a year as Scott Pallets. We work to keep industry moving and aim to be the most technically advanced timber business in the country. BSW operates as a collection of experts – an interconnected circle, where everyone and everything works together, allowing the business to constantly innovate as our people thrive. With an ethos to use everything and waste nothing, we leverage technology and cutting-edge practices to supply the diverse demands of the UK, helping to build sustainable worlds.

What you will receive in return:

  • Contributory Pension Scheme
  • Employee Discount Hub
  • Refer-a-friend

Think you have what it takes? If so, we want to hear from you. Send your CV and covering letter, telling us what you can bring to this role.

Administrative Assistant employer: BSW Group

BSW Group is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment at their Rainham site where safety and quality are paramount. Employees benefit from a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance of 33 days, and a contributory pension scheme, all while being part of a supportive culture that prioritises professional growth and development in the manufacturing sector.

BSW Group

Contact Details:

BSW Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Administrative Assistant

Communication Skills
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving Skills
Adaptability
Time Management
Organizational Skills
Data Entry