Administration Coordinator

Job overview:

You will coordinate day-to-day administrative activities, keep accurate records and support colleagues with the information and resources they need. With a varied workload and regular contact with internal departments and external stakeholders, this role would suit someone who enjoys working collaboratively, solving problems and keeping things running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities 

• Coordinating administrative tasks, monitoring deadlines and managing competing priorities.
• Acting as a first point of contact for enquiries, managing shared inboxes, calls and correspondence.
• Organising meetings, appointments and events, including preparing papers, taking minutes and following up on actions.
• Maintaining accurate databases, filing systems and confidential records.
• Preparing correspondence, reports, spreadsheets and trackers to support service delivery.
• Identifying practical improvements to administrative processes and supporting colleagues with systems and procedures.

What you will bring

You will have at least two years’ experience of providing administrative support in a busy office or service environment, alongside strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.

You will also demonstrate:

• A Level 3 qualification in business administration or a related subject, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• A relevant IT qualification or equivalent.
• Confidence using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, alongside electronic records and databases.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• An understanding of confidentiality, data protection and secure information handling.
• A helpful, customer-focused approach and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility, initiative and a commitment to continuing professional development.
• Experience of coordinating meetings, diaries or events, and experience within further or higher education, would be advantageous.

Join our team

You will contribute to a supportive and inclusive College community, helping colleagues deliver services that support our students and staff. We welcome applicants who share our values of Partnerships, Respect, Outstanding, Unique and Dynamic.

To apply, please submit your application through [insert application link], explaining how your skills and experience meet the person specification.

South Essex Colleges Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be required to complete the appropriate pre-employment checks.