Enhanced pension scheme
We’ll contribute up to 11%, which could mean we pay more into your pension than you do.
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and well-organised Office Administrator to support the Reception, Property, Construction and Facilities teams, as well as the wider office. This role is key to ensuring the office operates efficiently, providing essential administrative support and acting as the first point of contact for visitors, contractors and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
Office & Reception Management
· Act as the main point of contact at reception, welcoming visitors, contractors and clients in a professional and friendly manner
· Manage incoming and outgoing post, deliveries and couriers
· Maintain a clean, organised and welcoming front-of-house and shared office areas
Administrative Support
· Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Property, Construction and Facilities teams
· Assist with document preparation, filing, record keeping and data management
· Support ad-hoc administrative tasks and office projects as required
Property, Construction & Facilities Support
· Liaise with internal teams, external contractors, suppliers and site teams
· Support the coordination of information between head office and site-based teams
· Assist with tracking documentation related to property, construction and facilities activity
· Help ensure smooth communication and follow-up on actions related to works, maintenance and projects
· Obtain and collate insurance quotes related to property and facilities requirements, supporting renewals and ad-hoc insurance needs
Skills & Experience
· Previous experience in an office administration or reception role (construction, property or facilities environment desirable)
· Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
· Confident communicator with a professional and approachable manner
· Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
· Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a busy environment
Personal Attributes
· Reliable, proactive and well organised
· Calm under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities
· Positive, hands-on attitude with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
What We Offer
· A supportive and collaborative team environment
· A varied role with exposure to property, construction and facilities operations
· Opportunity to develop and grow within a fast-paced business
We sell the world’s best chicken. We’ve done it for a long old time — since 1939, when the idea of finger lickin’ good chicken popped into our Colonel’s head. Now, we proudly serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky all those years ago.
People who are original. Individual. Fresh. We come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We bring the graft and the laughs every day — building our own community, as we serve our original recipe chicken to the ones we’re in.
In our place, ambition grows. Careers build. Potential goes further. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere.
If you join our team, we only ask one thing. That you be you.
Because that makes us, us.
We do things our own way here. And that includes the way we reward you for bringing the graft. And the laughs, too.
Here’s what the real deal could look like for you.
We’ll contribute up to 11%, which could mean we pay more into your pension than you do.
Clock off at 1pm on a Friday all year round - and make your workdays zing with virtual commutes and hybrid/flexible working.
Get 5 extra days to look after you and your wellbeing - on top of your usual holiday allowance.
We reward strong performance and our bonuses could mean you earn well above industry norms.
You’ll start off with 25 days’ holiday, which rises to 30 days after 5 years. Plus you have the option to buy and sell additional days.
Personal development, growth and fulfilment come with the territory at KFC.
From private medical insurance to critical illness, life assurance, income protection, dental plan, cancer checks and even a digital GP, we’ve got your covered.
Flex your package with travel insurance, cycle scheme, retail discounts, charity giving, tech scheme, food and drink discount cards and much more.
Big discounts on your finger lickin' favorites.
Stay strong with up to 25% off gym membership, up to 50% off home workouts and up to 70% off home and lifestyle purchases.
Lots of well supported wellbeing services including mental health support, legal advice and more for you and your family.
We can help you get on - or climb up - the property ladder.
Understanding the recruitment process in our support centre.
You can also get some Hints and Tips from our team to understand our process here.
Hit the apply button and we’ll send you confirmation that we've received your CV. We'll be in touch shortly afterwards with next steps.
One of our Talent Acquisition Partners will call you for an informal chat. This is about getting to know each other a little bit more, and talking through the role in more detail.
Following a successful phone interview, there will be a 2-stage process. We’ll kick things off with a meeting with your Hiring Manager, and then you'll get to meet other key leaders in the business. The final stage interview may include a task to complete.
Next steps are onboarding! Offer, RTW checks, contacts and getting to know the team!