Project Assistant

  • Precision People
  • Syston, Leicestershire
  • Jan 20, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

Project Assistant
Syston, Leicestershire
Monday - Friday
Salary up to £32,000 (DOE)

Are you a highly organised Project Assistant with strong administration skills, looking for a key support role within a technical business? If so, read on

My client is a well-established and growing technical business based in Leicester, operating within a specialist engineering environment. With a strong focus on quality, organisation, and long-term development, they are now looking to recruit a reliable and highly organised Project Assistant to support senior management and the wider technical team.

This is a pivotal office-based role, ideal for a Project Assistant who thrives on structure, coordination, and taking ownership of administrative responsibilities.

The Role Project Assistant:
  • Providing day-to-day administrative and organisational support to the R&D Manager and Technical Director
  • Assisting with the coordination of internal and external projects
  • Maintaining project trackers, schedules, and documentation
  • Supporting the preparation of project estimations, costings, and reports
  • Supporting procurement administration and coordinating material deliveries
  • Acting as a central office-based point of contact for site teams and suppliers
  • Handling incoming requests, prioritising tasks, and resolving issues efficiently
  • Using Microsoft Excel and Word to produce accurate records and reports
  • Office-based, Monday to Friday
Minimum Skills / Experience Required Project Assistant:
  • Experience in an administrative, coordination, or office support role
    (Project Assistant, Project Administrator, Admin Assistant, Operations Administrator, Technical Administrator)
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Confident using Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Clear and professional communication skills
  • A proactive, dependable, and structured approach to work
  • Comfortable supporting senior managers and taking ownership of admin tasks
The Package Project Assistant:
  • Salary up to £32,000 (DOE)
  • Permanent, full-time position
  • Stable, office-based role
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunity to grow into a senior coordination or operations role
  • Long-term career development within a growing business
About Precision People Precision People is a leading recruitment agency that specializes in sourcing top talent for Engineering, Technical, Sales and Senior Management roles across a wide range of industries. With a focus on precision and quality, their team of expert recruiters works tirelessly to match the best candidates with the right employers, ensuring that both parties benefit from a successful partnership.

Precision People has the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect role. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, they have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding their candidates expectations.

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