General Administrator

**Charterhall**

**Job Title**:General Administrator

**Status**:Full time, permanent contract

**Salary**:£22,000 - £24,000 per annum

**Benefits**:Pension, 28 holidays per annum, development and training

**Role**

Charterhall is a well-diversified privately-owned estate geographically spread with its principal enterprises located in Berwickshire, Edinburgh & Northumberland. This new role will be primarily based out of the estate office in Berwickshire.

The estate manages a range of rental propositions including private residential, commercial, leisure, retail & light industrial properties as well as traditional farming & country sports activities. There is a strong existing business in operation, with the potential to both enhance existing enterprises and to develop new offerings.

The role of General Administrator (GA) is a varied and exciting role supporting the Estate Surveyor, Finance and Administration Manager and the estate owners.

The GA is a key role in enhancing the smooth running of the estate’s businesses providing a strong communication role; as well as providing the first point of contact for estate customers and other farm/estate related stakeholder enquiries.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- To provide general administrative support for the estate office.
- To provide administration support for the portfolio of estate properties (including residential & non-residential, agricultural, equine, offices, sheds) and to meet statutory and contractual requirements.
- To develop knowledge of procedures, compliance, legislation and contracts to a high standard.
- To work closely with the Finance & Administration Manager to maintain a high level of operational & statutory performance.
- To provide administrative support to Estate Principal and wider family as required.

**Person Specification**
- Strong interpersonal, organisation and time management skills.
- Articulate with strong verbal and written communication skills.
- The ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels.
- Excellent computer skills and the ability to pick up new software quickly.
- Flexible “can do” attitude and an excellent team player.
- Self-motivated and able to use own initiative.
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
- Experience in estate and property administration preferred, but not essential.
- Basic accounts experience preferred, but not essential.
- Ideally holds a full and clean driving licence.

**Closing date Friday 7th April 2023.