Office Administrator- Immediate

ReedBarkingreedpublished 10/27/2026

About the company

Office Administrator (Temporary) Our client is seeking a reliable and organised Office Administrator to join their busy branch on a 3-month temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an administrator with strong attention to detail who enjoys working in a fast-paced operational environment.

Your tasks

Reporting directly to the Branch Manager, you will support the day-to-day administrative functions of the branch, ensuring accurate data management, efficient document control, and smooth coordination of transport and logistics activities.

  • General office administration and branch support.
  • Accurate data entry and maintenance of company systems.
  • Managing electronic and paper filing systems.
  • Scanning and uploading documentation to SharePoint.
  • Processing and updating records using Axapta.
  • Assisting with logistics administration and transport coordination.
  • Booking drivers and scheduling deliveries/collections.
  • Monitoring and updating operational spreadsheets and reports.
  • Handling incoming calls and email enquiries.
  • Supporting the Branch Manager with ad hoc administrative tasks.
  • Ensuring all documentation is processed accurately and in a timely manner.

Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience in an administrative or office support role.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Confident data entry and document management skills.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word.
  • Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Experience using SharePoint and/or Axapta would be advantageous.
  • Previous exposure to logistics, transport or operational administration would be beneficial.

Personal Attributes

  • Highly organised and methodical.
  • Reliable and punctual.
  • Proactive and willing to support the wider team.
  • Professional and approachable manner.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What we offer

What's on Offer

  • £13.00 per hour.
  • Immediate start available.
  • Monday to Friday working pattern.
  • Early finish on Fridays.
  • Opportunity to gain experience within a well-established international organisation.
  • Supportive branch environment with full onboarding provided.

Other

*Job Title: Temporary Office Administrator Location: Barking, Essex (IG11 0DG) Salary: £13.00 per hour Contract: Temporary, 3 Months Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm, Friday 8:00am-4:30pm (Fully Office Based)**