Administrator

Job description

Overview of Role

Our Architecture and Planning division is looking for an Architecture and Planning Technical Administrator to work for us on a part-time basis, from our St. Neots office. This is a diverse role which will suit a highly organised person with a proven administrative background, good interpersonal skills, and a high level of professionalism. The role will span over 5 days a week, totaling 25 hours, these are the ideal working hours however, we are willing to be flexible.

Responsibilities 

• Taking external enquiries - new instructions, client queries, invoice queries.
• Invoicing and financial administration (full training will be given)
• Organising client meetings
• Preparation of meeting agendas and minute taking
• Diary management for the Architecture & Planning team

Additional Responsibilities (full training will be provided)

• Research local authority validation requirements where appropriate and ensure validation of submitted applications.
• Management of project spreadsheets covering live jobs, project progress and associated financial administration.
• Document management - preparing reports, formatting and proofreading, including letters, reports and similar.

Key Skills 

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team
• Good time management
• Proficient using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Use of Microsoft Publisher required (full training can be given)
• Good organisational skills as you will be supporting a team
• Presentation of work and attention to detail 

Desirable Skills and Experience 

• Previous experience of submitting planning applications would be an advantage
• Knowledge of, or an interest in Town and Country planning, or property (desirable)