Contracts Administrator

Contract Administrator Logistics Sector

Location: Wellingborough Structure: 6-Month Initial Contract (Leading to Permanent Role)Hours: 37.5 Hours Monday-Friday (9am-5pm or 8am-4pm flexibility)Benefits: 33 Days Holiday (inc. Bank Holidays) Hybrid/WFH Options if needed on occasional days

The Opportunity

Are you looking for a role that offers immediate impact with a clear path to a permanent career?

Our client is a global leader in supply chain and logistics, looking for a sharp, detail-oriented Contract Administrator to join their team. This is an initial 6-month contract designed to transition into a permanent position for the right candidate. You'll be joining a fast-paced environment where your work directly ensures the smooth running of a major operational contract.

Why Join Them?

• Path to Permanency: They are looking for a long-term team member; this 6-month period is your springboard into a lasting career.
• True Flexibility: Start at 8am or 9am to suit your commute, with WFH options available when the task allows.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy a market-leading 33 days of holiday inclusive of bank holidays.

Your Impact

Your daily wins will include:

• Payroll & T&A Excellence: Supporting monthly payroll activities and auditing attendance data via Excel to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Onboarding & Systems: Managing the digital lifecycle of our workforce from setting up new starters to managing hours and audits.
• Financial Admin: Raising POs, managing site consumables, and tracking uniform/stationery requests.
• Reporting & Coordination: Creating weekly operational reports for the wider team.
• Leadership Support: Providing high-level admin support to the Senior Leadership Team, including meeting coordination and travel bookings.

Who You Are

• Experience: Previous experience in a busy admin or support role is a plus.
• Tech Skills: Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel is essential) and quick to learn new internal systems.
• Communication: Able to build rapport with everyone from warehouse teams to senior directors.
• Mindset: Diligent, resilient, and comfortable working independently to tight deadlines.
• Education: Minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including Maths, English, and Science.

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