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<\/p>\nTHERE\u2019S A lot of talk about leadership in business, but who really keeps the wheels of business turning?\u00a0 It\u2019s the admin team.<\/p>\n
These unsung heroes provide support to either individual bosses or wider teams and are essential in every employment sector.<\/p>\n
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Taking an admin role can provide both a secure career or a stepping stone to a supervisory or management role, so here\u2019s all you need to know to add admin to your CV.<\/p>\n
What don\u2019t they do? The most common duties include\u00a0fielding telephone calls, word processing, creating spreadsheets and presentations, and office management such as filing and\u00a0ordering stationery.<\/p>\n
You'll also be looking after visitors to the workplace and sometimes overseeing the work of junior admin staff.<\/p>\n
Most jobs require a GCSE English and Maths as a minimum, with A-levels preferred.<\/p>\n
Few jobs ask for\u00a0an undergraduate degree but almost all will expect you to have a strong working knowledge of packages such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel. <\/p>\n
You could also consider taking a City & Guilds course or take a free Government course at\u00a0https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/3bxdfzwf.<\/p>\n
Many admin jobs are entry-level positions with over 80,000 open vacancies in the UK right now. A number of companies offer admin apprenticeships too. \u00a0<\/p>\n
The average salary is \u00a332,000 but pay ranges from \u00a311 an hour for first jobs up to \u00a350,000 for senior staff.<\/p>\n
Ready to advance into an admin role? Here are the Sun Jobs picks this week.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Experienced admin? Lead the way with this senior role.<\/p>\n The Job:<\/strong>\u00a0Humankind, which provides free, confidential support for alcohol, drugs, housing, or mental health, is hiring a\u00a0Social Media and Admin Volunteer\u00a0to join its team in Manchester.<\/p>\n What You\u2019ll Do:<\/strong>\u00a0Your tasks may include: sourcing, preparing and creating social media content; designing graphics and visuals; and engaging with volunteers and colleagues to share their stories.<\/p>\n You'll also be composing and sending motivational texts to people; gathering case studies for impact reports.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll Need:\u00a0<\/strong>The right person for this role will have a creative flair, a passion for social media and a desire to help people share their stories. Enthusiasm for the non-profit sector is a plus.<\/p>\n Apply Now:\u00a0<\/strong>See more details here, along with other opportunities at\u00a0Humankind.<\/p>\n Get into admin and help others with this vital volunteer role.<\/p>\n The Job:<\/strong>\u00a0Property services business Daniel Owen Ltd is recruiting an\u00a0Admin Team Leader\u00a0to join its Harlow office.<\/p>\n What You\u2019ll Do:<\/strong>\u00a0You\u2019ll ensure that human resources and equipment are available, appointments are met, and that work is completed to specific standards, within timescales and budgets.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll also manage complaints, and ensure that any and all insurance and disrepair claims are investigated and in compliance with regulatory and policy guidelines.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll Need:\u00a0<\/strong>Previous admin and planning or scheduling experience, preferably within the housing or repairs sectors is required.<\/p>\n Experience leading a team is essential, as are excellent IT skills and the ability to multitask.\u00a0<\/p>\n Apply Now:\u00a0<\/strong>See further details of this role, along with more jobs at\u00a0Daniel Owen Ltd.<\/p>\n No experience? This charity contract job will help build your CV and could lead to a permanent role.<\/p>\nSocial Media and Admin Volunteer, Humankind, Manchester<\/h2>\n
Admin Team Leader, Daniel Owen Ltd, Harlow<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Admin Assistant, Gi Group UK, Birmingham<\/strong><\/h2>\n