Administrator in South Croydon

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Administrator to join the busy Head Office of a leading Multi-Academy Trust based in central Croydon. Providing direct, high-quality administrative support to the CEO's office, Executive Assistant, Federation Directors, and Senior Leadership, this role is integral to keeping central operations, governance, and executive functions running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Executive & Team Support: Provide administrative coordination to the CEO team and senior leaders, managing action tracking, meetings, and follow-ups.

• Event & Meeting Coordination: Organise executive meetings, conferences, central leadership events, and annual corporate activities (including the annual Christmas card process).

• Compliance & HR Support: Assist with HR administration, onboarding, payroll changes, annual salary review processes, and maintain accurate records (including the Single Central Record and compliance audits).

• Systems & Operational Admin: Raise purchase orders, assist with budget/office supply management, update website content, and utilise administrative systems (Oracle Fusion, e-days, MIS).

• Front-of-House Cover: Provide professional customer service and reception support when required.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven administrative, executive support, or office coordination experience.

• Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities accurately under pressure.

• Strong understanding of confidentiality, data protection, and safeguarding principles.

• High level of attention to detail and confidence using corporate IT/administrative systems.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Professional demeanour suitable for an executive head office environment.

How to Apply & Selection Process

If you meet the criteria and are available for an immediate start, please submit your CV today. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a fast-track MS Teams screening call with the Hiring Manager before an offer is made.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

This position involves working within an educational organisation and is subject to appropriate pre-employment background checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, safeguarding checks, and satisfactory references.