Estate Assistant

6 months ago


Harleston, United Kingdom Gawdy Hall Estate Full time

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

**Estate Assistant**

Gawdy Hall Estate is owned and managed by Courteenhall Farms, a traditional yet progressive family owned business. The Estate Office is situated in the heart of the Estate and is staffed by a small and dedicated team.

We have a very hands on and “muck in” approach at Gawdy and the successful individual will be expected to follow this ethos. This is a fabulous opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys organising and getting stuck into projects.

**Office Administration**

Undertake a full range of administration tasks including but not limited to:

- Acting as front of house for The Estate Office, greeting and dealing with all visitors.
- Admin support including purchasing.
- Organise and maintain electronic filing system.
- Monitor and maintain stocks of stationery, stamps, petty cash, kitchen sundries.
- Organise meetings/conference calls and taking minutes where necessary.
- Setting up meeting rooms and providing refreshments.
- Open/read/scan/ distribute/deal with all post.
- Answer incoming telephone calls.
- Ensure kitchen kept tidy, dishwasher filled/emptied daily.

**Personal Qualities and Experience**

You will have previous experience working in an administrative role.

Be exceptionally well organised and methodical.

A proactive and "can do" work ethic.

Some experience or knowledge in a farm or Estate Office environment would be preferable, but not essential.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: £12.00-£15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 20 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
- Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person