Administration Assistant

A great opportunity to join a collaborative and people-centred planning consultancy in central London.

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Salary: £27,000 to £29,000

Location: Marylebone, London

Work Pattern: Full time, all office based, Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm

About the Company

Our client is a successful independent town planning consultancy, recognised for guiding organisations through complex UK planning processes. With a team of around 40 and structured as an Employee Owned Trust, they offer a friendly, growing and supportive environment with genuine opportunities for development.

The Role

This role sits at the heart of the business, supporting the Head of Finance and Operations, Board of Directors, Office Manager and wider team. It is varied, fast paced and ideal for someone who enjoys being the go to person in a busy office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Reception duties including greeting clients, handling calls and managing enquiries.
• Managing meeting rooms and associated logistics.
• Monitoring and ordering office supplies.
• Providing administrative support across operations, HR, finance, marketing, events and IT.
• Supporting process improvements as the business grows.
• Assisting with printing, photocopying, formatting and binding.
• Maintaining business records and databases.
• Supporting finance with invoicing and debt collection.
• Assisting with expenses and petty cash.
• Ad hoc administrative duties as required.

About You

• Previous experience in an office environment, including internships or customer service roles.
• Excellent written and spoken English with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with strong organisational skills.
• Proactive, professional and able to prioritise tasks.
• Strong IT literacy with confidence using Microsoft Office.
• A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to get involved.
• Motivated to grow, learn and contribute to a successful business.

Nice to Haves

• Experience supporting multiple departments.
• Exposure to a professional services environment.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• 25 days holiday, rising to 28 with service.
• Company pension.
• Private health care and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Gym and wellbeing contribution.
• Ongoing professional development.

Why would you want to join?

This is a rare opportunity to be part of a respected consultancy during a period of growth, with real scope to develop your career while working in a positive and supportive environment.