Holt JCB Office Manager

Role Purpose
To manage key support functions of the business, including payroll processing, human resources administration and vehicle fleet management, whilst also directly supporting the Finance Director with a broad range of administrative requirements. The role pays a key part in the smooth operation of the business by undertaking a wide variety of tasks required to support the parts, service and sales operations of the company.
Key Responsibilities
- Payroll administration - Collate and process information needed for payment of weekly payroll and monthly salaries, including liaison with 3rd party payroll provider
- HR administration – Manage all aspects of communication and records related to employees, including liaison with 3rd party HR advisors relating to employment contracts and employment law
- Vehicle fleet administration – Manage all matters with employees and vehicle suppliers arising in relation to the company’s fleet of vans and cars
- Insurance – Liaise with the company’s insurance broker on all day to day matters, including claim submissions
- Travel arrangements – Manage travel and accommodation bookings for all employees
- Assisting the Finance Director with a wide variety of administrative matters, including items related to employee welfare, facilities management, pensions and health & safety
Core Competencies
- Communication - Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Organisation & time management - Highly organised, with ability to manage priorities to meet strict deadlines
- IT literacy - Good level of general IT competence, with experience of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Numeracy - Proficiency in understanding and calculating basic arithmetic, including percentages, to meet needs of payroll processing
- Discreet - Confidentially maintains highly sensitive information
- Attention to Detail - Ensures accuracy with all documentation, processing and records management
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 5 GCSEs or equivalent (including English and Maths) at grade C or above
- Minimum of 5 years senior administration experience
- Payroll processing experience (advantageous but not essential)
Behavioural Traits
- Reliable and punctual
- Demonstrates initiative
- Open, honest and demonstrates integrity
- Calm under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities
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About Holt JCB
First established in 1979, Holt JCB is the appointed JCB Dealer for South West England and South Wales.
We operate seven depots conveniently located across the region, which act as a hub for our local sales, parts, attachments and service teams. All of whom understand their local area and bring in-depth knowledge and experience of ‘everything JCB’ throughout your journey with us.
As a family business our primary aim is to ensure that we deliver first-class customer care so that you, our customers, make Holt JCB your supplier of choice well into the future.
