Jobs, fresher vacancy - Project Administrator (6 month fixed-term contract) • Saffron Walden

Company: Team Consulting

Saffron Walden

We are looking for a Project Administrator to join our growing PMO group. Success in the role requires effective co-ordination of project administration tasks in conjunction with Project Managers, fellow Project Administrators and colleagues from across the business. The role will involve providing administrative support to a variety of projects. The responsibilities within the project may include:Supporting the project manager with the following: project start-up, close down and archiving on-boarding of new project team members tracking project costs, forecasting, reporting and associated administration Supporting project teams with the following: coordinating and recording the output of meetings booking travel project book administration data input document formatting, control and filing change control tasks procurement for project team members and materials control RequirementsEssential: Good level of academic achievement to A’ Level or equivalent Good level of administrative skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience of working in a fast-paced company requiring diligence and accuracy Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Someone who uses their initiative, is proactive, and takes responsibility Able to work effectively in close collaboration with other project administrators and members of project teams Highly experienced user of Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel (including basic formulae) and PowerPoint Experienced in using SharePoint Numerate and familiar with basic financial documentation e.g. purchase orders, invoicing Ability to liaise with clients and suppliers Desirable: Project administration in a consulting or services environment Experience coordinating and booking travel arrangements Experience in an environment with a Quality Management System Ability to manage complex document flows Ability to work on a number of different projects or tasks at any one time, manage own time effectively and manage conflicting priorities Capable of supporting planning and costing activity and monitoring project budgets and activities against project plan Experience in using advanced planning, visualisation and presentation tools, e.g. MS Project, Smartsheet Personal qualities: Dependable and willing to take responsibility for own tasks Aware of own limitations and knows when to ask for help Respectful of others’ views and contributions and is supportive of colleagues Approachable and enthusiastic with a positive and helpful attitude Flexible and pragmatic in relation to work practices Displays initiative and is able to solve less than routine problems Calm under pressure and able to cope with changing scope and fast-moving projects Confident dealing with colleagues at all levels and with managing expectations of others Collaborates effectively and is a good team player, keen to work as part of a project administration team to provide a seamless service