Agricultural Admin Assistant

**Admin Assistant (Agricultural Department)**

**Sherborne, Dorset**

**From £24,000 - Salary dependant on experience**

**9am-5.15pm - Monday to Friday**

About Us: Battens would not be able to deliver an exceptional service to clients without our talented and hardworking staff. We recognise the hugely important role they play in the ongoing success and development of our business. Battens has a 300-year history, but it is a forward
- thinking firm.

Our workplace is:

- Stimulating
- Inclusive
- Collaborative
- Empowering

**Position**:
Are you ready to play a vital role in ensuring the seamless operation of our Agricultural Department? We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to support two team members in various administrative tasks. This dynamic role involves a mix of office-based and on-site responsibilities, providing a unique and engaging work experience.

**Responsibilities**:

- Scanning & Copying: Efficiently handle scanning and copying tasks to maintain organised records.
- Message Handling: Take messages and manage communication effectively.
- Filing: Maintain meticulous filing on the case management system and in hard copy files when required.
- Client Interaction: Engage with clients for general inquiries, both over the telephone and in-person, offering excellent customer service.
- Meeting Support: Take notes during meetings, adapting to different environments, whether in a meeting room, a field, or on a building site. (Wellies are a must)
- Document Management: Order documents from third parties, such as HM Land Registry, and open files on the case management system.
- Typing: Type up documents from dictation with accuracy and attention to detail.

All tasks will be conducted with comprehensive training to ensure proficiency. As you grow in the role, there will be opportunities to:

- Check and Draft Documents: Assist in checking and drafting various documents.
- Land Registration: Explore the exciting realm of land registration for those looking to develop in that direction.

**Requirements**:

- Eagerness to learn and participate in training programs.
- Robust organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Effective communication abilities for client interactions.
- Flexibility to work in varied environments, including on-site locations.
- Capacity to perform well under pressure.
- Strong prioritisation skills with the ability to switch tasks efficiently.
- Exceptional attention to detail in all tasks.
- Proficient written English skills.
- Excellent telephone manners. Comfortable and professional when dealing with clients, both face to face and on the telephone.

**Other information**:
We reward our staff for their dedication and expertise with a broad package of benefits:

- Life assurance from the first day of employment.
- A salary sacrifice scheme or a group pension where Battens pay in 4%
- Income protection.
- Holiday - up to 26 days per year, increasing to 30 days with length of service.
- A range of discounted legal services provided by Battens, including free conveyancing.
- Generous staff recruitment bonus scheme.
- Everyone has an extra day’s holiday on their birthday.
- Access to mental health services, including therapy sessions.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Critical illness cover.