business administrator London, England
Job description
Plantation Shutters, London’s leading interior shutter company based in Battersea, are seeking to employ a dynamic individual to be part of a successful team.
Ideally, we are looking for a personable candidate, who has a proactive can-do attitude, who can assist us with all administrative aspects of the business.
The role is one of an exciting and diverse nature and whilst training will be given it would be beneficial to have some experience in customer service, sales consultancy, and content writing.
This is a great opportunity for someone with ambition, highly organised, self-motivated, and reliable.
The role:
This is a key role within a well-established, growing business for a sales consultant who is positive in nature and keen to learn new skills. The role will involve supporting customers with queries within our sales department where demand requires and working alongside the Marketing team to create innovative and product focused content to assist with ongoing Marketing objectives. As a versatile role that will see you working with various departments across the company, the right candidate will be forward thinking to establish what areas can be developed within our sales and marketing departments to boost sales and the overall performance of the company. This opportunity is perfect for someone looking to increase their working experience across different areas of a company and gives the chance for the right candidate to mould the position around their strengths.
What this role requires:
Supporting the marketing team to ensure content is consistent with our brand and company ethos.
Support customers with queries about products, proving costs, booking appointments, and confirming orders.
A strong eye for interior design to understand what imagery combines up to date trends with the Plantation Shutters brand for website and social media.
Understanding of social media platforms.
Responding to all incoming reviews.
Following up with customers post completion of works.
Support marketing in creating, managing, and implementing content marketing strategies.
Be a creative thinker reviewing the latest and contribute content ideas.
Support in the generation of email campaigns which align with the marketing strategy.
Research and support writing content for blog posts, email and social campaigns.
Ability to keep up to date with the industry trends (networking, researching, reading blogs, and other news / information sources).
Ability to work on your own initiative and also as part of a team.
Support the marketing and sales teams to manage day-to-day administration.
All other tasks as required by the General Manager and Managing Director.
The person
Positive, friendly, can-do attitude.
Interest in interior design and trends.
Eager to learn and develop with a growing business.
Necessary qualities:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Have a keen eye and passion for interior design and market trends.
Be passionate about delivering good work, open to new ideas and prepared to challenge constructively.
Strong initiative with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills (open, friendly, and supportive attitude).
Able to communicate confidently with a range of people including third party suppliers, Trade contacts and Retail clients.
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
Keen attention to detail.
An inquisitive self-starter who can self-manage different working areas to grow the company brand.
Benefits :
Company Pension
Opportunity for training
20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, plus an additional 3 days over the Christmas period after 18 months of employment
Company socials and team bonding days
Amazing colleagues to learn from
Varied Role - No two days will be the same
On-site parking
Sociable open plan office
Permanent assigned desk space
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
Work Location: In person
