Administration Assistant in Borehamwood

Location: On site / Borehamwood, UK

Job type: Permanent / Full-time

Sector and subsector: Accounting & Finance | Audit & Practice

Salary: Negotiable salary

About us

Big decisions deserve clear thinking. At Sopher + Co, we've spent more than 50 years helping entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals navigate complex financial and commercial challenges. From tax planning and private office services to business advisory and technology, we bring everything together to make life simpler and help our clients focus on what matters most.

The role

We're looking for x2 Administration Assistants to join our team in our Borehamwood office from 3 August 2026 - 11 September 2026 (6 Weeks). This is an excellent entry-level opportunity to gain valuable experience within a leading accountancy and business advisory firm, providing hands-on exposure to a professional office environment. Working alongside our Office & Business Support team, you'll support a variety of administrative and business support activities while developing practical workplace skills that will benefit you in future education and employment. Full training and ongoing support will be provided throughout the placement, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, eager to learn and looking to gain meaningful work experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and updating information held within the firm's internal databases to ensure records are accurate and up to date.
• Updating electronic files, system records and internal notes.
• Assisting with general administrative duties across the business.
• Supporting data entry and document management tasks.
• Completing administrative projects as directed by the Office & Business Support Manager.
• Maintaining accurate electronic records and ensuring information is entered correctly.
• Providing administrative support to colleagues across different departments where required.
• Handling information confidentially and in accordance with firm procedures.

What you'll bring

• You're organised, enthusiastic and eager to learn.
• You take pride in completing work accurately and enjoy following processes in a methodical and organised way.
• You're confident using computers, able to pick up new systems quickly and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• You communicate well with others, have a positive attitude and are keen to gain practical experience within a professional office environment.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• A methodical and organised approach to your work.
• Good computer skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
• The ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your workload effectively.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling information responsibly.

What you'll get in return

This placement offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical workplace experience within a leading professional services firm. Throughout the six-week placement you'll receive:

• Full training and ongoing support from experienced colleagues.
• Hands-on experience working within a professional office environment.
• Exposure to a variety of business support and administrative activities.
• The opportunity to develop valuable workplace, organisational and communication skills.
• Experience that will strengthen future university, apprenticeship and job applications.
• A friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment.

Our commitment

Sopher + Co strongly believe in supporting the development of future talent and providing opportunities for individuals to gain valuable workplace experience. We are committed to equality of opportunity in employment and expect everyone to contribute to a respectful, inclusive and supportive working environment.