At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily operations with finance, purchasing, and general office activities.
- Company: Join a global leader in technology-driven solutions for energy production.
- Benefits: Comprehensive onboarding, training, and a friendly, collaborative environment.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience while contributing to a smooth-running office.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs including English and Maths; strong organisational skills required.
About the Role
As an Administrative Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting the daily operations of our business. Working closely with the Administration & Contracts Manager, you'll provide administrative support across finance, purchasing, dispatch and general office activities while helping to maintain efficient processes and excellent service for both internal and external stakeholders.
This is a varied role offering exposure to multiple areas of the business, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and is eager to develop a broad administrative skill set.
About the Team
You'll join a friendly and supportive administration team that works closely with colleagues across the business to support approximately 15 employees on site. Collaboration, open communication and a willingness to help each other are central to the team's culture. You'll receive structured onboarding, hands-on support and ongoing coaching, including full training on our ERP system.
Why This Role Matters
Your work will help ensure the smooth running of the office by supporting finance administration, purchasing, dispatch activities and customer service. By delivering accurate, timely and professional administrative support, you'll enable colleagues across the business to focus on delivering value to our customers while contributing to efficient day-to-day operations.
About NOV
NOV delivers technology-driven equipment, systems, services and software solutions that support energy production and industrial operations worldwide. Through engineering, manufacturing and service expertise, we help customers improve safety, efficiency, reliability and operational performance across a wide range of industries.
Why Join NOV
Joining NOV means becoming part of a global organisation while working in a close-knit local team where your contribution is recognised and valued. We offer:
A varied administrative role with exposure to finance, purchasing, dispatch and office administration.
Comprehensive onboarding and full ERP system training.
A collaborative, supportive and friendly working environment.
Opportunities to broaden your skills and gain valuable business experience within a global organisation.
Diversity & Inclusion
At NOV, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity in all its forms and believe that different perspectives drive innovation and success. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the Administration & Contracts Manager and the wider business.
- Create and process purchase orders in accordance with company procedures.
- Assist with supplier invoice processing and resolve routine invoice queries.
- Support accounts receivable activities by following up on outstanding customer invoices.
- Prepare invoices for monthly service contracts and ad hoc service work.
- Support finance administration, including maintaining records and assisting with period-end activities.
- Prepare dispatch documentation for domestic and international shipments.
- Maintain accurate customer and supplier records within company systems.
- Coordinate incoming correspondence and maintain electronic filing systems.
- Provide reception and telephone support, ensuring a professional and welcoming experience for visitors and callers.
- Order office supplies and assist with general office administration.
- Carry out other reasonable duties as required to support the business.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
- 5 GCSEs (A*–C / Grade 4 or above), including English and Mathematics, or equivalent qualifications.
- Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
- Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- A proactive, flexible and solution-oriented approach to work.
- A collaborative attitude, positive mindset and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting finance administration or purchase order processing.
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
- Experience using ERP systems, particularly for purchase order and invoice processing.
- Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment.
- Previous experience in an administrative or office support role.
Administrative Assistant in Sevenoaks employer: NOV
At NOV, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation in the field of environmental research. Our Flotta location provides unique opportunities for professional growth, with comprehensive training for new entrants and a commitment to meaningful work that positively impacts the environment. Join us to be part of a global team dedicated to advancing ecotoxicology and environmental studies.
