Job Description

Were Hiring: Senior Business Administrator

Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire | Salary: Competitive (Please include salary expectations in your application)

| Excellent Benefits

About Us:

With almost 100 years of heritage, Nicholsons is a well-respected accountancy and business advisory firm, known for our professional, proactive approach to client service. Our people are at the heart of everything we do and we are committed to providing a positive and rewarding working environment.


We are currently looking for a Senior Business Administrator to join our team in Lincoln. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator to take on a senior role, providing essential support to our Client Managers and Business Directors, overseeing workflows, mentoring junior staff and covering reception duties when needed.

What Youll Do:

As a Senior Business Administrator, your role will be key to ensuring the smooth operation of our business unit. Your responsibilities will include:

Providing high-level administrative support to Directors, including document preparation, email management, reports and presentations Managing client relationships, acting as the main point of contact for clients and partners Overseeing and prioritising workflows to ensure deadlines are met across multiple teams Supervising and mentoring junior admin staff, offering guidance and support to enhance their development Coordinating appointments, meetings, and events for Directors, ensuring efficient time management Handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism Taking meeting minutes for senior-level discussions, preparing agendas and tracking action points Covering reception duties as required, including greeting clients, answering phone calls, handling visitor queries and managing meeting room bookings Ensuring the reception area maintains a professional and welcoming atmosphere for clients and guests Assisting in the management of workflow by keeping various computer records updated including document scanning Working to develop and improve efficiencies within the Secretarial, Administration and the wider teams within the firm. Providing support by staffing seminars/ events and business meetings, as required.

What Were Looking For:

Proven experience in a senior administrative role, ideally within a professional services or accountancy firm Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and manage deadlines effectively Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with clients A proactive, solutions-focused attitude, able to work independently while being a key team player Strong IT skills including proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint A discreet and professional approach to handling sensitive client information Prior reception or front-of-house experience is preferred, with a focus on delivering exceptional client service

What We Offer:

25 days holiday

per yearplus Bank Holidays

Paid Community Days

Private health cover

after passing probation

Private medical cover

after passing probation

Life Assurance

after passing probation

Paid CPD and personal development opportunities

Annual social events and a team-first culture

Free parking, free fruit, and charity dress-down days

Bike2Work scheme and community initiatives

A supportive, inclusive culture that promotes

career growth

, wellbeing, and innovation

How to Apply

If youre an experienced administrator with a strong background in both senior-level support and reception duties, and you're looking to step into a dynamic role with Nicholsons, wed love to hear from you.


Please submit your

CV and a short cover letter

to apply.

Closing date: Friday 30 May 2025

We may close early if enough strong applications are receivedapply soon to avoid missing out!

Equal Opportunities

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Recruitment Agencies

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