Administration Assistant

Location: Rainham, RM13
Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00
Contract: Temporary (2–3 months initially, with potential to be extended)

Pertemps are currently recruiting on behalf of our client based in Rainham (RM13) for an experienced Administration Assistant to join a busy and fast-paced import freight office.

The Role

You will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy office environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an administrative role and enjoys working within logistics or freight operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling incoming emails and telephone enquiries
  
  
• Performing accurate data entry and maintaining records
  
  
• Supporting the operations team with general administrative tasks
  
  
• Managing documentation relating to import freight
  
  
• Using Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel, to update and track data
  
  
• Maintaining organised filing systems and ensuring records are up to date
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in an administrative role (ideally within logistics or freight, but not essential)
  
  
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with a particular focus on Excel
  
  
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  
  
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  
  
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a busy office environment
  
  
• Confident handling emails and telephone queries
  
  

What’s On Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.50
  
  
• Stable Monday–Friday working hours (no weekends)
  
  
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and fast-paced team environment
  
  
• Initial 2–3 month assignment with the potential for extension