Business Administrator

About the role

We are seeking an organised and proactive Business Administrator to join our growing team in Jarrow on a 12‑month fixed‑term basis. The role provides varied administrative support across the business, working closely with senior management and operational teams to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations.

Key responsibilities

• Support recruitment and onboarding, including interview coordination, contract preparation and maintaining candidate records.
• Provide day‑to‑day HR administration, maintaining training records, personnel files and handling employee queries.
• Coordinate training for new staff, book courses, manage attendance and communicate schedules.
• Offer operational and administrative assistance to managers and departments, arranging travel, accommodation and supporting seasonal workforce logistics.
• Handle purchasing administration, raise purchase orders, liaise with suppliers and maintain purchasing documentation.

Required profile

• Previous experience in an administrative role.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive attitude with ownership of workload.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office applications.

What we offer

• Salary of £27,000 per annum.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Full‑time, Monday‑to‑Friday schedule.
• 12‑month fixed‑term contract with potential for extension.