Supporter Services Administrator in Burton upon Trent

About The Role

This is a role with real purpose, where great administration and customer service make a visible difference every day. As Supporter Services Administrator, you’ll play a key part in keeping business functions running smoothly while helping to deliver a welcoming, professional experience for visitors, supporters, volunteers and colleagues. It’s a varied position that supports a nationally significant organisation and contributes directly to its mission and values.

The Arboretum is the UK’s dedicated year‑round centre of Remembrance and is part of the Royal British Legion. At its core, the Royal British Legion is a people‑focused organisation. It’s made up of individuals who are committed to doing their very best for others, while also making the most of the opportunities and experiences we provide.

You’ll be a first point of contact for a wide range of enquiries, providing friendly, efficient support by phone, email and in person. Your work will span core administration, membership processing, record keeping and system support, as well as assisting with internal communications and the smooth delivery of events. You’ll work closely with teams across the organisation, helping to maintain accurate data, consistent processes and high standards of service.

This role is ideal for someone who is organised, approachable and thrives in a busy environment. You’ll enjoy balancing detail‑focused tasks with people‑facing responsibilities, spotting issues early and helping to find practical solutions. In return, you’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team in a unique setting, where your contribution helps ensure every interaction reflects care, professionalism and respect.

Please note that this role will be based onsite at the National Memorial Arboretum, Burton‑on‑Trent DE13 7AR. The working pattern for this role is part‑time and includes a mix of weekdays and a weekend shift. This role is worked Thursday to Saturday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm, with a one‑hour unpaid break each day.

Employee benefits include:

• 28 days paid holiday per year (plus bank holidays) pro‑rata, increasing to 29 days after 2 years and 30 days after 5 years pro‑rata.
• Plus, the ability to buy up to 1 working week of additional leave pro‑rata.
• Contributory pension scheme – min 2% employee contribution, receives 6% employer contribution up to max of 10% employer contribution matched with 5% employee contribution.
• Death‑in‑service Life Assurance, with a benefit of 3x annual salary.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Reward Hub online benefits platform with extensive offers and discounts.

About the National Memorial Arboretum

The Arboretum is the UK’s leading year‑round centre of Remembrance and a proud part of the Royal British Legion. Spread across 150 acres, it is home to more than 350 memorials, including the nationally significant Armed Forces Memorial, paying tribute to the service and sacrifice of those who have served and continue to serve our country. The site is also filled with around 30,000 maturing trees and a wealth of wildlife, making it a beautiful and peaceful place to reflect. Each year, the Arboretum attracts around 300,000 visitors, many of whom attend over 200 events held throughout the year. In March 2017, the National Memorial Arboretum opened its new award‑winning Remembrance Centre, offering an even more powerful and immersive experience for all those who visit. This truly is a special place, a living memorial that honours the dedication and sacrifice of our Armed Forces community.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. National Memorial Arboretum is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.