Business Administrator

Closing date: Friday 18 October 2024- Salary: £26,000 - Salary Staff Grade 3
- Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time- Location:
- Callow Rock, Shipham Gorge, Cheddar- Opportunity for hybrid working- Somerset Wildlife Trust Consultancy is seeking to appoint a natural administrator in this varied and enjoyable role. You will be a critical member of the technical team with involvement in a wide variety of aspects of running and developing the commercial ecology arm of the Somerset Wildlife Trust.**Business Administrator**:
The position presents the chance to work in the environmental sector whilst being primarily home based with no requirement to work unsocial hours. You will be a critical member of the technical team with involvement in a wide variety of aspects of the business. You will also have the opportunity to represent Somerset Wildlife Trust Consultancy (SWTC) to new clients and maintain and develop relationships with existing clients to ensure a positive service experience.

**Job Description - Key Responsibilities and Tasks**

**Responsibility 1: Finance**
- Identifying new business leads and quoting opportunities for the SWTC Team.
- Being responsible for the preparation, submission and recording of quotes.
- Managing feedback from clients in a constructive way and keeping management informed.
- Managing and issuing invoices for works completed by all members of the SWTC Team.
- Ensuring outstanding debt is paid in a timely manner and delivering regular financial reporting and documentation.

**Responsibility 2: Marketing and Client Relationships**
- Informing clients about SWTC’s services by posting via social media platforms, including X and LinkedIn.
- Being responsible for the maintenance and updating of the SWTC website ensuring relevant content is shared in a timely fashion.
- Contributing to business development and client relations by communicating with clients to build strong and ongoing positive relationships.
- Sourcing promotional equipment and materials including branded uniforms, branded vehicles, hard-copy leaflets, and business cards.

**Responsibility 3**:A**sset and **H**uman **R**esource** Management**
- Maintaining the accreditations and subscriptions (e.g., ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, CIEEM, AA, WTC) for all the SWTC team members.
- Ensuring all equipment purchased is recorded and undergoes timely maintenance.
- Managing health and safety issues in line with good practice and Trust procedures.
- Ensuring the Trust’s Health and Safety policies and procedures are effectively implemented by all the members of the SWTC Team.
- Assisting with the recruitment process by liaising with Managers and preparing documentation. Ensuring the smooth onboarding and induction of new members of the SWTC Team.

**Associated Documentation**:
- SWTC Application Form and EDI Survey.docx
- The full job description and person specification is attached in the link at the bottom of this page.

Additional benefits of working for the Somerset Wildlife Trust include:

- 7% employer pension contribution
- Life insurance
- An annual professional institution subscription
- Flexible and agile working
- Wellbeing support - EAP, wellbeing champions
- Diversity networks through RSWT/TWT
- Paid volunteer days
- Continuous Professional Development opportunities
- Minimum 33 days of holiday (25 annual leave + bank holidays) pro rata
- Active staff social events

**The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate.**Business Administrator_Job Description_SWTC.pdf