Administrative Officer

Job description

About

Administrative Officer (Executive Support)

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Location: Pewsey / Upavon - MOD Trenchard Lines SN9 6BE (Hybrid - 3 days on site)

* Pay:

£15.21 per hour, Monday-Friday

* Clearance:

Basic DBS (provided by Brook Street)

* Start:

ASAP

If you're an organised, discreet administrator who enjoys supporting senior leaders and keeping complex schedules running smoothly, this is a fantastic temporary opportunity with

Our Client . Based near Pewsey, you'll play a key part in ensuring meetings happen, decisions are documented, and important communications land with clarity.

What you'll be doing:

* Manage and coordinate the Head of DCS diary, scheduling and prioritising senior commitments

* Arrange travel, accommodation and itineraries for the Head of DCS

* Monitor the DCS Headquarters group mailbox, ensuring enquiries are actioned and responded to appropriately

* Provide secretariat support to the Travel Board, including preparing papers, recording decisions and maintaining governance records

* Support the Executive Team with agenda preparation, minute taking, and producing Records of Actions and Decisions (RoADs)

* Produce and distribute the DCS Weekly Letter to stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and timing

* Manage stationery requirements, stock levels and ordering

* Maintain and update key organisational documentation (e.g., charts, contact directories, distribution lists, action trackers, calendars and induction materials)

* Coordinate planning and delivery support for conferences, official visits, workshops, training and corporate events

* Provide technical and administrative support for Command Group meetings and briefings, supporting both virtual and in-person sessions

What you'll bring:

* Significant experience in executive or senior administrative support

* Strong ability to manage complex diaries and coordinate senior-level meetings

* Excellent minute-taking and records management skills

* Confident communicator with strong written and verbal communication

* Proficient in

Microsoft 365

* A reliable, organised approach with the discretion required to handle confidential information

* Practical ability to travel to site (please note: there's no public transport to Upavon-driving or cycling is needed)

Ready to bring your administrative excellence and make an immediate impact? Apply now and send your CV ASAP.

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