Office Administrator
- Job Type: Part-time (30 hours per week - Monday - Friday 9am - 3.30pm with 30 min lunch)
- Duration: Fixed-term Contract - 8 weeks
- Office Based
We are seeking an Office Administrator to join our clients Cemeteries Service team in Lymington. This role is for an immediate start and is a fixed-term contract for eight weeks, with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operational aspects of the Cemeteries Service, ensuring all burials comply with council policy and legal requirements.
Day to Day of the role:
- Administer all operational aspects of the Cemeteries Service.
- Create and maintain accurate records and databases.
- Handle telephone bookings and answer general service enquiries with sensitivity and professionalism.
- Manage interactions with bereaved customers, providing support and understanding.
- Work closely with an experienced Cemeteries Officer to support service administration.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- A good level of general education equivalent to at least 3 GCSEs, including Maths and English at grade C or above.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a high standard of written and verbal communication.
- Ability to handle sensitive situations and emotional conflict with empathy and professionalism.
- Must be able to work as part of a team and support an existing service administration.
If you are interested, please apply today.