Senior Administrator
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £20 to £25 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, EC2V 6DB |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 22 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 21 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Your new company
In order to succeed in this role, you will need previous experience within a similar administrative, assistant, office support or senior receptionist position,ideally gained within a corporate or professional services environment.
You will need to be highly organised, professional and approachable, with strong communication skills and the confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders. You must be comfortable balancing senior administrative support with front-of-house and practical office duties.
You will also need excellent attention to detail, strong Microsoft Office skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Most importantly, you will be a flexible and proactive team player who is happy to get stuck in and support wherever required.
Your new role
Your new role will combine senior administrative support with front-of-house and general office responsibilities. You will support senior stakeholders, including members of the Executive team, while ensuring visitors receive a professional and welcoming experience.
You will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Meeting and greeting visitors and acting as a key point of contact for the London office.
- Managing meeting room bookings, set-up, catering and refreshments.
- Coordinating visitors and liaising with reception and building management.
- Handling incoming calls, post, couriers and deliveries.
- Preparing and formatting presentations, documents and internal and external communications.
- Maintaining accurate records, files and documentation.
- Supporting senior stakeholders across, Asset and Investment Management.
- Assisting with the coordination of meetings, events and ad hoc projects.
- Providing general office support and working closely with the wider Business Services team.
- Getting involved in wider administrative duties as required to support the needs of the business.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed in this role, you will need previous experience within a similar administrative, assistant, office support or senior receptionist position,ideally gained within a corporate or professional services environment.
You will need to be highly organised, professional and approachable, with strong communication skills and the confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders. You must be comfortable balancing senior administrative support with front-of-house and practical office duties.
You will also need excellent attention to detail, strong Microsoft Office skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Most importantly, you will be a flexible and proactive team player who is happy to get stuck in and support wherever required.
What you'll get in return
In addition to a competitive hourly rate, you will be paid weekly through an efficient online timesheet process and will also receive expert advice from a Hays consultant providing support and guidance throughout the duration of your contract. This is an excellent opportunity to utilise your skills and gain hands on experience in a large and busy working environment. You will receive bespoke in-house training and will be closely guided to your success.
What you need to do now
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