Administrator – Procurement

About Slater & Gordon

Slater & Gordon is rapidly becoming a household name within the UK in consumer law and is committed to becoming the largest and most trusted provider of personal legal services in the UK.

In February 2014 we expect to have over 1200 people based in 14 different cities and towns across Britain. We have experienced significant growth, especially within the personal injury market, over recent years, following the acquisition of a number of highly regarded law firms including Russell Jones & Walker, Pannone Solicitors, Fentons, Goodmans and John Pickering & Partners. In Australia, Slater & Gordon Lawyers are Australia’s largest consumer law firm and the first in the world to be publically listed.

The role

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative approach to legal procurement services within a growing national law firm. Reporting to the UK Procurement Manager, you will provide essential support to our business procurement function.

The main purpose of the role will be to provide administrative support, process financial statements, process helpdesk tickets, build relationships with other stakeholders/service users and work on development and marketing of the procurement function.

You will update all necessary reports, budgeting and financial records combined with a proactive, service driven approach to administrative support.

Your main duties will include monitoring and distributing all incoming and outgoing post, faxes and central emails; archiving, copying and diary management; minute taking and agenda provision; production of documents, reports and presentations for team members and to monitor and maintain the Premises & FM Group systems.

You will also assist in organising events and update any processes, procedures or manuals as directed and any other tasks required.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a proactive a professional individual with strong interpersonal and influencing skills. You will possess previous administration experience and be a strong user of Microsoft Excel. In addition you will have strong numeracy skills, be able to work with flexibility and manage competing demands effectively.

How to apply

To apply, please upload your CV complete with a covering letter outlining your salary expectations. Please be mindful we may not consider your application if salary information is excluded. Interviews will be held on Monday 23rd June 2014.

Closing Date

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received prior to the advertised closing date.