Administrator

We have an exciting opportunity for an Administrator in our Five Oaks (JE2 7GR) branch!

Do you want to be part of a team that can make a big difference to the Company’s success? Are you enthusiastic, confident and meticulous in your work?

At Normans we believe that our greatest asset is our people. We're not just a team; we’re a vibrant community driven by decency, passion, and pride in everything we do. We are committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone can thrive and unleash their full potential. If you’re looking for a place where your ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated, you’ve found your home!

Location: Five Oaks Branch (JE2 7GR)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday 8am – 4pm (we can be flexible with the hours)

Fixed Term Contract – 12 months

We are looking for an organised and proactive Administrative Assistant to provide general administrative support across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• General administrative and office support duties
• Managing documents and maintaining records
• Assisting with project work alongside the Finance team
• Supporting strategy and compliance initiatives
• Coordinating meetings and preparing reports
• Providing support to management as required

Skills and Experience

• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Good attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Previous administrative experience would be advantageous

What’s in it for you

• Competitive Basic Salary

• Performance Related Bonus
  34 days holiday per year

• Retirement Savings Plan (Pension) – with Legal & General

• Life Assurance - From your first day of employment with us you are automatically covered for a lump-sum death in service benefit of 2 x your basic salary. However, if you join the STARK Building Materials Retirement Savings Plan (including if you are automatically enrolled) and contribute a minimum of 4% of your Pensionable Earnings, your lump sum death in service benefit will be increased to 4 x your Pensionable Earnings.

• Work Perks – A platform home to hundreds of all your favourite high street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway

• Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App (Access to a digital GP, second medical opinions, Mental Health consultation, bereavement service, nutritional consultation)

• Voluntary company benefits such as Car Salary Sacrifice scheme with VWFS, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare, Critical Illness Cover

• Refer a Friend scheme

• Wellbeing Centre via Work Perks

Why Choose Us?

Quality - We’re unwavering in our commitment to providing outstanding products and service that exceed our customers’ expectations.

Supportive Environment - Join a culture that prioritises your growth, with the resources and support you need to excel. We listen and learn – we know we haven’t always got all the answers – listening and learning with you is what helps provide the best service to our customers.

Professional Development - We are invested in your success! Can we add this instead? You have a real chance to progress- the only limits are your own Explore our apprenticeships, training, and mentoring programs designed to elevate your career.

Great Benefits - Enjoy a compelling package that includes a competitive salary, bonuses, pension schemes, and life assurance, among many other perks!

Work-Life Balance - We value your well-being and offer flexible working hours and a hybrid working model to help you find your ideal rhythm

What's Next

If your application is successful, our Talent team will reach out to arrange an interview and answer any questions you may have. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout the application and interview process.

Are you ready to elevate your career and join a team that is passionate about delivering exceptional service? We can’t wait to hear from you!

About Us

STARK Building Materials UK comprises 14 brands, including one of the UK’s leading builders’ merchants Jewson, along with JP Corry and Normans, specialist brands Minster and Jewson Civils Frazer, as well as major timber importer and distributor, International Timber.

With over 600 dedicated builders merchant branches and distribution centres, this makes us one of the UK’s largest retailers and distributors of building and construction materials.

However, more importantly, our dedicated team and the high-quality products we offer make us trusted, expert partners to the industry.

Together, we give our customers hassle-free access to the market-leading, sustainable solutions they need to build responsibly for the future.

If you’d like to build that future with us, check out our careers page or get in touch.

Why work here?

At STARK Building Materials UK, we are known for our building distribution, but in reality, it is our colleagues that drive our business forward. All around the UK, in our branches, warehouses and offices, our team give everything to make building better for our customers.

We value our customers, the communities we work in and the colleagues in our team, who collectively build our business to ever greater heights every day.

We strive to create a workplace where all colleagues feel safe and empowered to do their best and are comfortable to bring their true selves to work every day.

We are proud that we offer all our colleagues a great place to work.