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Company Description
About Building & Real Estate
At SOCOTEC UK Building and Real Estate division, we pride ourselves on being a trusted partner supporting our clients at every stage of the property lifecycle. We offer a comprehensive range of services including building surveying, project management, dilapidations advice, technical due diligence, compliance support, and sustainability consultancy. Our specialists focus on delivering solutions that are not only technically robust but also commercially sensible. By prioritising quality, reliability, and strong client relationships, we ensure buildings are safe, efficient, and future-ready — creating spaces that perform better for businesses, communities, and the environment.
What's in it for you?
Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.
Job Description
As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated Administration Assistant to join our Building & Real Estate division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.
We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible Administration Assistant to join the Building Control team. In this role, you will be providing effective administration assistance to managers to meet the needs of the business.
The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):
Maintain project reports and other documentation, undertake routine filing of correspondence, minutes, and invoices in an accessible format, handle photocopying, and prepare outgoing post with correct franking for daily collection
Respond to telephone calls promptly and professionally, take and redirect messages in a timely manner, locate personnel when requested, and deal with customers courteously to strengthen company-client relationships
Distribute incoming post, maintain stationery and essential office supplies, and provide administrative assistance to remote offices when required to ensure business continuity
Qualifications
To be a successful Administration Assistant, you should be able to demonstrate:
Demonstrate solid administration experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, and the ability to work effectively with colleagues in remote office locations
Display effective communication skills with both internal teams and external clients, whilst showing flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and working environments
Exhibit strong organisational abilities with proven experience of working within tight deadlines, whilst maintaining a positive team environment and complying with health and safety regulations
Additional Information
Why SOCOTEC?
Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.
What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.
In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.
Your Career, Your Way
Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.
Work Your Way
Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.
Committed to Your Growth
From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development program
s. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow
Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.
Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.
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