Job Description

Role:

Business Administrator

Location:

Longridge Road, Preston

Hours

: 40 per week, Monday to Friday

Salary:

Competitive

The Business:

Global Ardour Recycling is a family-run business driven by a strong commitment to sustainability, integrity, innovation, and community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to create a supportive, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, regardless of their background. We are proud of our longstanding partnership with the Recycling Lives Charity, which reflects our values and passion for making a meaningful impact. This collaboration goes beyond financial support; it shapes how we operate daily, from reducing food waste to improving employability opportunities and supporting reintegration into society.

The Role:

We are recruiting a Business Administrator to work as part of the Scrap Car Network team on our site in Longridge, Preston. Reporting to the Head of Raw2k & SCN, you will take responsibility for all general administration duties within the team and support with ad-hoc duties as required. This is an exciting opportunity to join us in a period of significant change and be part of the next chapter in this well-established Recycling Business.

Key Responsibilities:

Delivering day-to-day office support to keep things running smoothly across both Rawk2k and Scrap Car Network Providing friendly and professional support to both customers and team members Handling client interactions confidently, whether face-to-face or over the phone Assisting with a range of general administrative tasks across both Rawk2k and Scrap Car Network departments Gathering, inputting, and managing company data with accuracy and attention to detail Supporting with finance-related tasks, including basic invoicing and data entry

The successful candidate:

An experienced administrator with excellent Microsoft package knowledge and customer service experience, used to working in a fast paced environment.

Essential Skills:

Excellent administrative skills with strong attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) Confident verbal and written communication skills, including a professional telephone manner Ability to collate, analyse, and manage data accurately Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities A good understanding of customer needs and a commitment to delivering high-quality service A positive, team-oriented attitude with a professional approach at all times The ability to manage tasks effectively under pressure and meet deadlines A sound understanding of business correspondence and report preparation Qualifications in Maths and English (GCSE or equivalent)
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Health, safety and wellbeing are our priority and as such all roles are subject to pre and post employment drug testing.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Free parking On-site gym On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Preston, PR2 5BX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

What are your salary expectations?
Experience:

Customer service: 1 year (preferred) Administration: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person