Office administrator

H S Plastering is an established, family‑run plastering and drylining contractor based in Little Eaton, Derbyshire. With over 25 years in business, we work with reputable housing developers across the region and pride ourselves on professionalism, reliability and strong long‑term relationships. We are currently looking for our first external hire to join the team.

In this role you will own administrative tasks for the business, working onsite in the office, 5 days per week.

About us: We are a small, close‑knit team; this is the first time we’ve brought someone in from outside the family, so it's an important step for the business. This role will suit someone who is comfortable working independently. There will be times when you are the only person in the office while the team are out on site, meeting contractors or managing jobs. We don’t have a busy walk‑in office, but you will be the first point of contact for any visitors, suppliers or customers, so being friendly and approachable is important. Our office is based in a converted bungalow and is fairly traditional and functional rather than modern or corporate. It has everything you need: parking, kitchen, private offices and facilities, but hasn’t had recent upgrades. Over time, we’d like to improve this, and we’d welcome someone who can take pride in helping us keep things organised and running smoothly. You’ll also occasionally be present when we host meetings, so trust and discretion are important in this role.

Overview

This is a varied position, combining general administration, payroll processing and accounts support. You will work closely with the directors to ensure accurate and up‑to‑date records across the business. Full training will be provided during onboarding to set you up for success.

What you’ll do

• Office administration, including ordering office supplies, answering phones and greeting visitors
• Processing weekly and monthly payroll
• Logging subcontractor invoices, maintaining accurate records
• Recording and filing supplier invoices
• Using accounting software for bookkeeping tasks
• Maintaining organised digital and paper filing systems
• Support directors with administration as required

Note: we do not expect you to handle company funds or make bank payments.

The experience you’ll need

• Previous experience in an administrative role
• Experience processing payroll
• Familiarity with Sage, or a similar system
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel
• Organised, proactive and dependable
• Comfortable working in a small office team

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Pension
• Flexible hours to be discussed

For the right person, there is an opportunity for development in role alongside the needs of the business. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, long‑standing business, take ownership of a new role, and work closely with the directors day to day.