Branch Administrator for Maternity Cover

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Administrator to join our Exeter branch for maternity cover.

About Us

Backline Logistics is a specialist recruitment contractor, transport operator and training provider. We are part of the SWS Group with over 30 years of expertise serving the Transport & Logistics sector. We have 10 branches located across the South West.

The Position

Due to maternity we have a vacancy for an Office Administrator. The successful applicant will undertake administrative tasks, ensuring the rest of the team has adequate support to work efficiently. The administrator will ensure a smooth running of the office and contribute in driving sustainable growth.

The position of the Office Administrator will include full training on all aspects of the following prior to delivery:

· Field inbound enquiries via both telephone and email

· Make outbound telephone calls to both customers and field workers

· Payroll Processing/data entry

· Liaise with the central admin/accounts department to ensure payroll accuracy

· Processing of candidate packs post interview and ensuring full legal and company compliance

· Perform licence checks via the DVLA online portal

· Organise 3 monthly physical licence checks with field staff

· Maintain and update core, administrative spreadsheets and other documentation

· Conduct any other task(s) as reasonably requested by the Branch Manager, Regional Manager or Director.

About you

Alongside a positive ‘can-do’ approach – you will have the drive to succeed and deliver high levels of efficiency and accuracy, the hunger to deliver and a desire to go that extra mile providing excellence in customer service.

· Computer literate (Microsoft office)

· Experience utilising time and organisation skills

· Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, and by phone/email

· Strong written and spoken English

· Able to perform well under pressure

· Excellent attention to detail

What’s in it for YOU?

· Comprehensive training in all aspects of the role

· 22 days holiday rising to 28 days after 5 years’ service

· Great exposure and responsibility early on

· A supportive and fun team

· Pension

· Accident insurance

· Health insurance

· Free parking

Reports to: Branch Manager

Hours of work: Flexible to suit applicant with a minimum 30-40 hours per week between 07:00 and 17:00 Monday to Friday. We are flexible for the right person.

Wage £11.50-£12.25 per hour depending on experience