Office Administrator - Maternity Cover

Office Administrator (Maternity Cover) 📍 Southend-on-Sea 💷 £13.00 per hour 📅 Starting Mid-October ⏳ Maternity Cover with Potential to Become Permanent Are you an organised, proactive person who enjoys variety in your…

Pay rate £13/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 8 September 2026

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Office Administrator (Maternity Cover)

📍 Southend-on-Sea
💷 £13.00 per hour
📅 Starting Mid-October
⏳ Maternity Cover with Potential to Become Permanent

Are you an organised, proactive person who enjoys variety in your day? We're recruiting on behalf of a busy and friendly Southend-based business looking for an Office Administrator to join their team on a maternity cover contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being at the heart of the business and isn't afraid to get involved in a bit of everything!

What you'll be doing:

Managing reception and welcoming visitors
Handling incoming phone calls and emails
Providing excellent customer service
Assisting with finance and general administration tasks
Supporting office management activities
Keeping records and systems up to date
Helping ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office

What we're looking for:

Previous administration, finance and office support experience
Confident communication skills, both over the phone and via email
Good organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to multitask and manage a varied workload
A positive, adaptable, and team-focused approach
Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages

What's on offer:

£13.00 per hour
Varied and interesting role with no two days the same
Friendly and supportive working environment
Immediate opportunity to make an impact
Potential for the role to continue beyond the maternity cover periodIf you're looking for a busy office role where you can use a wide range of skills and become an integral part of the team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for a mid-October start.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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