Job Description

At Taylor Automotive Engineering we provide specialist services to the classic high performance and race car market. We provide prototype design and product testing for companies supplying aftermarket upgrade packages for high performance classic vehicles, in addition to running our own specialist parts supply operation.

Due to growth and expansion of the business we are seeking an Office Administrator 'Plus', with a keen interest in engineering and classic cars, to join our company.

Job Summary

In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the efficient daily running of the business process and administration functions. The ideal candidate will be highly organized with a real flair for prioritization and be able to handle a variable workload. The role will require the general scope of administration tasks, such as maintaining high levels of customer service, fielding telephone calls, building and maintaining relationships with current and new customers, managing the inbox and customer files, general bookkeeping and data entry.

This role is one of a kind, and will be a real opportunity for the right candidate to increase their skills beyond that of everyday administration and shape it into something exciting and dynamic. If you are looking for a role that you can make your own, that's truly flexible and want to be part of a high performing team, we want to hear from you.

Key Tasks

Maintaining accounts on Xero accounting software

Maintaining our eBay shop with new items and adjusting stock levels and pricing

Maintaining stock control systems

Answering and fielding telephone calls

Maintaining customer files

Managing business inbox

Being a first point of contact for current and new customers

Maintaining a clean and organized working environment

Researching parts and services

Maintain social media accounts

What we're looking for - to start with...

Essential

Proficiency with Microsoft packages, such as Word, Excel and Outlook.

Proven experience of Xero accounting software (or similar)

A good knowledge of selling on eBay or other online platforms

Strong organizational skills

Refined communication skills

Problem solving skills with ability to address customer requests effectively

Attention to detail

Ability to work well alone, be a strong team player and build positive relationships

A motivated self-starter

Desirable

A good knowledge of social media for business

A keen passion or interest in the automotive/engineering industry

Experience with website updates and design

Where the role can grow...

Increase product sales be advertising and focused marketing campaigns

Identification of complementary products to current offering for sale

Creation of stock control systems and monitoring

Attending events to build public relations

Devise and maintaining office systems and data management processes

Develop a proficiency in Abode Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop

Manage and update website

Assembling packing and shipping of stocked products

What's in it for you...

Opportunity to work with rare and prestigious cars for a well-established and respected business

Be a part of a unique and dynamic team

A working culture focused on teamwork and productivity

A truly flexible role, starting on 15-20 hours a week (days and times to suit the candidate, but taken Monday - Friday during premises opening ours)

Genuine growth opportunity - this role can grow to a full-time position for the right candidate, with a. real opportunity to develop sales strategies and drive product sales forwards

Option to be employed, or self-employed, depending on candidates' preference

A competitive salary range of 24,375 - 28,274 (pro-rata) depending on experience

Free on-site parking and a workshop surrounded by the gorgeous countryside, pubs and tap rooms!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.50-16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 20 per week

Benefits:

Company events
Schedule:

Flexitime
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person