Administrative Assistant

  • Michael Page
  • Barnton, Cheshire
  • Jan 09, 2026
Seasonal Administration

Job Description

The Administrative Assistant/Executive Assistant will provide comprehensive support to ensure the efficient operation of the office, focusing on organisational and administrative tasks. This temporary role in Northwich within the Energy & Natural Resources sector requires a motivated professional with strong attention to detail.

Client Details

This is an opportunity to join a medium-sized organisation operating in the Energy & Natural Resources industry. The company is known for its commitment to operational excellence and maintaining a professional working environment.

Description

  • Procurement & Inventory Management: Forecast demand, manage inventory levels, raise purchase requisitions, and coordinate with carrier and warehouse partners to ensure timely shipment and delivery, proactively escalating issues through to resolution.
  • Customer Engagement: Provide high-quality customer service by communicating effectively with associates and hiring managers to support their requirements and resolve queries.
  • Operational Support: Triage requests through the My Mobile platform, enforce policy by routing tasks and incidents appropriately, and manage service requests-including faulty device returns and replacements-while meeting SLA targets and maintaining clear stakeholder communication.
  • Asset Governance & Compliance: Track assets throughout their lifecycle, perform secure data erasure, and ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Reverse Logistics: Manage field return quality assurance and route devices for repair and reuse, return to inventory, or environmentally responsible recycling, partnering with logistics providers to optimize end-to-end processes.
  • Vendor & Partner Management: Coordinate with carriers and logistics partners, participating in onboarding activities and strategic forums to drive continuous improvement.

Profile

Essential:

  • Strong attention to detail with a high level of organisation.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
  • Confident presentation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders.
  • Strong critical-thinking capability with a creative approach to problem solving.
  • Proven ability to manage, prioritise, and deliver daily tasks within defined deadlines.

Desirable:

  • Strong vendor management and external stakeholder communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on compliance and asset accuracy.
  • Experience across end-to-end device lifecycle management.
  • Working knowledge of Intune, Apple Business Manager, and ServiceNow.

Job Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay.
  • Temporary role within the Energy & Natural Resources industry.
  • Chance to work in a professional and supportive environment in Northwich.

If you are looking for a temporary opportunity to showcase your administrative skills, we encourage you to apply for this role.