Office Administrator & PA

Location: Outskirts of Bedford (Transport Required)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 8.30am to 5.00pm, Mon to Fri
Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 DOE

Are you organised, detail-oriented, and skilled in office administration and personal assistant duties?

We are recruiting on behalf of our client based on the outskirts of Bedford, seeking a skilled Office Administrator and Personal Assistant to the Managing Director to support daily operations, oversee administrative tasks, and contribute to the success of the leadership team.

Benefits:

• Paid holidays, health checks, retail discounts, and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Employee referral rewards and development opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Welcome visitors, handle calls, manage mail, and oversee office supplies.
• Maintain attendance records, support payroll updates, and assist with onboarding.
• Manage Health & Safety logs and fleet administration.
• Manage the MD’s diary, appointments, and correspondence.
• Handle CV applications, job postings, and general admin tasks.
• Provide ad-hoc personal and professional support.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• GCSEs or equivalent; further training in administration or HR is advantageous.
• Prior experience in admin and PA duties, ideally within manufacturing or construction, with knowledge of Health & Safety protocols. Experience in fleet management and vehicle admin is beneficial.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with payroll systems.
• Meticulous record-keeping, scheduling, and data management.
• Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams.

Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we’re sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!

1st Choice Staff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as both an Employment Agency & Business.