Careers

Administration and Project Support Officer

We are a long established, creative and ambitious architectural and multi disciplined design practice seeking a highly organised and proactive Administration and Project Support Officer to join our existing team. 

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy keeping things running smoothly, and have an interest in architecture, design and provision of high standards of professional service, this could be the perfect role for you. 

About the Role

This varied and multi-faceted role is key to supporting the efficient running of our chartered practice. You will work closely with our Directors, architects and our clients, ensuring our projects and our business operations are well-organised, professionally delivered and maintain compliance. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Providing comprehensive and wide ranging administrative input and support to the team. 
• Managing project schedules, procurement, documentation, and communications. 
• Assisting with financial administration, including Purchase and Sales ledger input. 
• Supporting compliance with our Practice Standards and accreditations. 
• Liaising with clients, suppliers, and contractors. 
• Administering and taking responsibility for our creative social media content and output, helping to advertise and promote our work effectively. 

The position offers flexibility in working hours, with the potential for part-time or full-time arrangements, to suit the applicant, but is likely to demand a minimum 28 hrs per week. 

About You

We’re looking for someone with: 

• Proven experience in an administration or project support role, ideally within architecture, construction, or a creative industry.   
• Strong work ethic, organisational and communication skills and the ability to accept new tasks with limited supervision. 
• A basic knowledge of MS Office suite and core financial administration and practices. 
• Experience or an interest in social media management to promote and enhance our online digital presence. 
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. 

Salary & Location

• Salary: £27,690 per year (£14.20 per hour) based on a 37.5-hour week, pro-rata for part-time hours, plus pension contributions. We can be flexible on working hours to suit the right candidate whilst meeting our core operational needs. 
• Primary place of work: Manning Elliott Partnership, Langlands, Pallet Hill, Penrith.  This is not designated to be a work-from-home position.

What We Offer

• A collaborative and supportive, exciting team environment. 
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in an expanding business. 
• A modern, inspiring rural workspace. 
• Flexible working hours to suit the right candidate. 

If you believe that you have the skills and experience to keep our practice running efficiently while contributing to our creative output, we would love to hear from you! 

How to Apply

Please email your CV and a brief cover letter to Chris Staniowski [email protected]. Do remember to let us know specifically why you consider yourself to be the perfect fit for this role and your preferred working pattern (part-time or full-time).