Office Administrator

Date Posted:

Thursday August 7, 2025

Location:

Newbury

Salary:

£19,000 - £25,000

Hours:

37.5 per week

Cobal offers a wide range of design, production, and installation services, specializing in signage, wayfinding, placemaking, brand implementation, and project delivery. Based in Berkshire, our workshop and office serve clients across the UK and EMEA, including blue-chip companies, global brands, and leading architectural practices.

We are currently seeking a bright and enthusiastic college or university leaver to join our Commercial Team. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and eager to grow in a creative environment, we want to hear from you! No prior experience is needed as we offer full training and ongoing support. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in a small business.

What you’ll be doing:

You’ll play a key role in supporting our Commercial Director with the day-to-day business and finance operations, ensuring that transactions are processed accurately and efficiently using SAGE Line 50. Whether processing invoices, chasing payments or assisting with other admin tasks across the business, your attention to detail will be key to ensuring our financial processes run smoothly.

You’ll also support wider business operations—setting up client and supplier accounts, ordering supplies, and maintaining training and facilities records. It’s a role that offers variety and a chance for real growth within the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the first point of contact for all finance and business-related queries, ensuring efficient and professional support.
  • Perform day-to-day transactional accounting using SAGE Line 50.
  • Responsible for the Sales and Purchase Ledgers, including invoice matching, reconciliation, and supplier statement reviews.
  • Source and order approved supplies, ensuring cost-effectiveness and value for money.
  • Set up approved accounts for new clients and suppliers with accuracy.
  • Provide administrative and operational support, including:
  • Coordinating H&S training via the internal platform and monitoring completion rates
  • Updating and tracking facilities review schedules, notifying stakeholders as needed

About You

  • You’re methodical, organised, and thrive on working with precision.
  • Have a “can do” attitude and take pride in doing things right.
  • A confident communicator with proficient Microsoft Office and administrative skills.
  • A reliable, self-motivated team player with a willingness to learn and grow.
  • Someone open to personal development and excited to be part of a creative business.

Essential Experience:

  • Proficient Microsoft Excel skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Organised, process-oriented, and proactive
  • Great communication skills and a collaborative approach

In return, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package

  • Salary range £19,000 – £25,000 (dependent on age and experience)
  • 24 days annual leave plus public holidays
  • Hours: 8:30 – 4:45, finishing at 4pm on a Friday
  • Pension Contribution 5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution
  • Personal Accident Cover 1 x Annual Salary
  • Free Specsavers eye test vouchers
  • Free Parking
  • Development & training opportunities

If you’re ready to kickstart your career and work on exciting projects, apply today!

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