Total 91 Administrative / Clerical job vacancies in Kent, GU1 3AA

Your new company
My client is a leading Top 10 Firm with a fantastic reputation across the professional sector. Their service to clients is award-winning by an excellent team with deep knowledge providing both compliance and advisory services. Their approach is very proactive, building relationships with their clients, ensuring that they are delivering to their needs accordingly. They are looking for a qualified tax professional to join their unique team, dealing with a portfolio of UHNWI, business owners, directors of PE backed businesses and asset managers. The culture of the firm is very collaborative, with an open-door policy, communal work spaces and are a sociable team.

Your new role

• Deliver excellent client service by maintaining client relationships
• Manage a portfolio of personal clients with complex tax affairs, focusing on non-UK domiciled individuals, HNWIs, and some trusts
• Day to day responsibility for meeting both client and compliance deadlines, monitoring time limits and elections
• Liaise proactively with clients on advisory matters
• Assisting Partners in, and where appropriate, lead tax planning projects such as non-domicile issues, onshore and offshore trusts (and other structures) and, capital gains and inheritance tax issues
• Manage HMRC enquiries and LDF related matters and dealing with HMRC correspondence of both compliance and advisory nature
• Responsible for billing and monitoring budgets
• Review compliance and basic advisory work prepared by more junior members of staff
• Assist with managing junior members of staff including helping them with technical and personal development
• Engage in personal business development activities and support business development activities of the team

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified tax professional, ACA, CTA, STEP or equivalent. Experience within professional services such as accountancy or legal firms is a must. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to grow relationships, ask questions of clients, provide alternative solutions and scenarios to clients to cover all bases and have a proactive approach to advisory work.

What you'll get in return
You will receive a salary depending on experience up to £85,000. Hybrid and flexible working options available with 2 days working from home. My client works in an excellent office, equipped with a pool table, table tennis, communal eating facilities, excellent grounds to the office for lunchtime walks through gardens and a 10 minute walk to the centre of town.

What you need to do now
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Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Hays are currently recruiting for a Ocean export freight clerk for our client based in Maidstone, Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to join a growing business.
Monday to Friday
8:30am - 5pm
Salary
£28,000 - £30,000

Required experience:
- 2-3 ocean freight experience.
- Knowledge of LCL and FCL services as well as CNS, Destin8 and Sequoia.
- Excellent with standard software packages, such as Work, Excel, and outlook.

Duties:
- Ocean exports from start to finish.
- Direct reports.
- Markets served North America / Far East / India / Australia.

If you are interested, please call James on 01622 235691 or send your CV

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Legal Secretary - Vulnerable Client

We are recruiting for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our Vulnerable Client team. Based at both our Whitstable and Canterbury office, you will have previous experience of:

Electronic diary management, booking rooms and arranging meetings;
Telephone liaison with clients and firm's contacts;
Using digital transcription system, Bighand, to create letters, emails and documents;
Using a case management system for wills and probate matters;
Photocopying and scanning documents;
Maintaining orderly electronic files - keeping electronic filing up to date;
Attending occasional client meetings and accompanying fee earners on home visits when required.

Experience required:

An experienced Vulnerable/Private Client Secretary;
A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel would be useful but not essential;
The ability to interact sensitively with clients, face to face and on the telephone;
Fast accurate typing with attention to detail;
Ability to work as part of a team;
Flexible attitude.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Hays are currently recruiting an Ocean export freight clerk for our client based in Aylesford, Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity for a successful candidate to join a growing business.

Monday to Friday
8:30am - 5pm

The salary is £25,000 - £30,000 per year.

Required experience:
- 2-3 years ocean freight experience.
- Knowledge of LCL and FCL services as well as CNS, Destin8 and Sequoia.
- Excellent with standard software packages, such as Work, Excel, and outlook.

Duties:
- Ocean exports from start to finish.
- Direct reports.
- Markets served North America / Far East / India / Australia.

If you are interested, please call James on 01622 235691 or send your CV

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Purchase Ledger needed in Dover!

We are recruiting for an experienced Purchase Ledger to join a team in Dover on a temporary basis for around 3 months.

Previous purchase ledger experience is essential, along with intermediate excel and communication skills. SAP experience is also beneficial for this role.

Duties include:

• Ensure invoices are entered to the system and suppliers paid in a timely manner
• Reconciliation of goods in, goods receipt account and supplier statements
• Checking and processing credit card returns
• Invoice entry
• Support with cash allocations
• Handling expenses
• Assist in preparation of payment runs
• Ad hoc financial duties

For any further details please contact New Appointments Group on 01304 227722.

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Committed to diversity, equality and opportunity for all. Twitter: @nagforjobs

The Good Shepherd Trust is a well-established family of 21 schools based in Surrey and North Hampshire. With the continued growth of the Trust, we are now entering an exciting phase of development.
We now require the services of an enthusiastic and well-organised individual to undertake clerking services with one or more of our wonderful schools.
As a Good Shepherd Trust clerk, you will receive excellent support, including professional development and briefings from the governance team at the Trust centre, in addition to regular training and networking opportunities alongside our other dedicated Trust clerks. Trust documentation is clear and embedded, so that your time can be focussed to supporting our local committees. Administration and communication is streamlined by our single cloud-based system, Governor Hub, for which full training will be provided.Closing date: 31st May (midnight)
Interviews: To be agreed with applicant
The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We ensure that all our employment practices reflect this commitment.
All appointments are made subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and all other pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, identity and qualification checks.

Insurance Sales Executive (Motor & Personal)

This role is based in Ashford and may require some travelling to meet local prospects. This is a Monday to Friday, 9-5pm, role (35hrs pw) with an hour lunch break. The salary range is £20-24k per annum, depending on experience, and comes with these benefits:

• 26 days holiday + bank holidays (after probation you can buy or sell 5 days)
• Birthday off
• Health Shield - Cash back plan
• Death in Service
• Free parking at all offices
• Friday fruit delivery
• 1 or 2 annual company trips a year

We are looking for someone to support the business strategy by delivering on personal sales targets for the relevant product line, maximising sales opportunities and ensuring customers receive the highest level of customer service.

You will be required to acquire and maintain knowledge of all current insurance products, contribute to the building of the new business sales pipeline by providing excellent customer service, taking inbound calls, providing quotes and securing sales. You will also deliver personal sales targets by planning, developing, and delivering sales opportunities in the relevant product line, as well as cross selling, introducing financial services products to existing clients and prospecting new clients. Plan and implement effective sales and marketing initiatives, offer excellent customer service, while demonstrating high values of trust and integrity.

It is an essential requirement of this role that the candidate has their own transport and a full, clean, UK driving licence.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A proven track record in highly driven and ambitious targeted sales role.
• Proven track record delivering excellent customer service
• Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good IT skills especially Microsoft Office
• Good maths and problem-solving skills
• Able to manage own workload and able to work effectively under pressure
• Great team working, build relationships through positive behaviours, honesty, & integrity.
• Focus on continuous improvement, able to use own initiative
• Commitment to quality & compliance with procedures/regulations
• Own transport & full UK driving licence

Desirable attributes would be:

• Experience in a regulated environment
• Knowledge of insurance sector
• Proven track record in insurance sales
• General insurance qualifications
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and CCJ checks.

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Committed to diversity, equality and opportunity for all. s.mcdermott@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk

The successful candidate will provide a comprehensive support administrative service to the Consultants, their medical team and their administrative colleagues. They will be expected to organise their workload with the Consultants and their teams and coordinate their activities with other clinical office administrative coordinators to ensure that an efficient service is provided. The Clinical Office Administrator will carry out their duties in such a way as to make a direct and positive contribution to the organisation of the work. It is essential that the Clinical Office Administrator should exercise initiative commensurate with the role and vital that confidentiality be maintained at all times.

We have an immediate requirement for an experienced PA to work within a very busy and challenging role in the Thanet area on a temporary basis.

This will be working within an educational sector and working on a one to one basis with the principal. You will be looking after their e-mails and calls coming in and will deal with these in a timely and effective manner. You will liaise with internal and external bodies and be required to manage diaries and carry out a wide range of administrative and supportive tasks.

You will need to have previous PA experience and be used to working in a pressurised environment. Experience of the public sector or education would be an advantage but not essential.

You will have good all round PA skills and be an excellent communicator with the ability to deal with a wide range of people and tasks.

The hours of work can be flexible and the client would consider part-time over 5 days or full time up to 37.5 hours.

This will be with an immediate start initially up until early August.

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.
Committed to diversity, equality and opportunity for all.
Twitter: @nagforjobs​

We've got a great opportunity for a full- time long term temp role within Ashford Kent, to join a fast-paced office, working as part of the admin team.

About The Role:

1. Border Inspection Coordination: * Coordinate administrative tasks related to Border Control Post (BCP) activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. * Manage schedules for inspections, consulting with BCP teams and relevant authorities. * Function as the primary interface between drivers and onsite operations. * Efficiently manage the booking-in process on the PINC system. * Provide necessary authorization on the PINC system for drivers to exit the site. * Allocate appropriate sheds and bays to incoming drivers. * Oversee the post-inspection process to ensure compliance. * Ensure all relevant information is accurately recorded and cleared down from systems. * Ensure a systematic clearing of all data and systems post-inspection. 2. Front of House Reception: * Greet and assist visitors, ensuring a positive and professional first impression at the BCP. * Manage the front desk, handling inquiries, and directing individuals to the appropriate departments. 3. Coordination and Liaison: * Interface with traffic marshals to facilitate smooth traffic flow. * Collaborate with K&N to ensure seamless operations. * Liaise with inspection authorities to coordinate inspection processes. * Communicate effectively with HMRC to address any regulatory requirements. 4. Record Keeping: * Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of BCP activities, including inspections, seizures, and compliance reports. 5. Communication with Border Agencies: * Facilitate effective communication between the BCP and other agencies involved in border security. * Ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information related to inspections at BCP. 6. Policy Implementation and Compliance: * Assist in implementing and enforcing BCP policies and procedures, where applicable. * Stay informed about changes in BCP regulations and ensure adherence to relevant policies. 7. Cross-Departmental Collaboration for Emergency Response: * Coordinate administrative aspects of emergency response plans at the BCP. * Collaborate with different departments to ensure a coordinated and efficient response during emergencies. 8. Team Collaboration: * Collaborate with colleagues to achieve operational excellence. * Support other front-of-house staff in handling their responsibilities as needed. 9. Qualification and Experience: * Previous experience in front of house and administrative roles. * Familiarity with governmental or public sector administrative procedures. * Basic IT literacy required. Competencies: * Attention to Detail * Time Management * Problem-Solving * Teamwork and Collaboration * Adaptability * Integrity and Professionalism * Understanding of BCP Processes * Emergency Response Coordination

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If you are interested in this position, please apply below

HRGO are seeking a Trainee Customs Clearance Clerk for our Client based in the Dover area. Good analytical and excellent organisational skills are essential, and you must work in a methodical manner and be able to respond effectively to enquiries. This role will suit a candidate that has an interest within the transport and customs clearance industry. Full training and support will be given for this position.

Duties include:

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  Calculating Duty / VAT cost for each consignment

  
  

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  Processing Import/Export declarations

  
  

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  Dealing with general enquiries from importers / exporters concerning all areas, relating to Customs Procedures, Tariff Classifications, Duty Rates and any other documentation requirements

  
  

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  Keeping up to date with changes in regulations, laws and customs procedures

  
  

Hours are based on shift rota of 60 hours one week, days and nights and 24 hours the week after days and nights

This is a full time , permanent position and day shifts. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a successful and professional company. If you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up to date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

About Us:

Balfour Winery is one of England's leading wine producers and creates award winning wines, beers and ciders in Staplehurst, Kent. The beautiful 400-acre Estate is home to our vineyards, apple orchards and state of the art winery and cellar door.

An opportunity has arisen to join the team as a data entry and administrative assistant, providing support for both the accounts and logistics team.

As a result of working across two departments this will give an interesting and varied role.

In addition to the tasks described, you may be expected to carry out other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.

Requirements & Key Skills:


Process a high volume of data, quickly and accurately
Accurate transfer of data between systems
Data cleanse and entry
Good attention to detail
Competent user of Microsoft packages
Flexible and adaptable
Ability to work to and hit weekly deadlines
Self-motivation and commitment



A “Can Do” attitude
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to prioritise
Conscientious and organised
Willingness to work as part of a team
Proactive, organised and can demonstrate effective communication skills
Knowledge of Sage 200 desired but not essential


What we can offer you:


Belong to a supportive, close-knit team
Benefit from a competitive salary and great discounts across our Balfour Pubs and Balfour Winery
Cash back health plan
Company progression opportunities

Here is an opportunity to join our “nurturing, supportive and inclusive community” (SIAMS Report 2019) where “pupils thrive and flourish” (Ofsted 2018). Holy Trinity Pewley Down is a school with a strong ethos which allows the whole community to enjoy living the school motto “Learn to Live”.
This is an exciting opportunity for an Administrator in our busy front office on our junior site in our “wonderful school” (Ofsted 2018).
HTPD is a school with a strong ethos where our vision is to “learn to live.” Applicants must love children, be committed to delivering the best possible education, be excited about working in a creative, Christian school and be willing to work across the whole primary age range.
This is a busy and varied role within an established team and the successful candidate needs to be able to multi-task cheerfully in a busy environment. Candidates should have excellent (high level) computer, secretarial and typing skills, including good working knowledge of Excel and Publisher. SIMs knowledge an advantage, but not essential. Includes First Aid responsibilities (training provided).
Applications are invited from interested parties who:
• are patient and calm by nature
• are self-motivated and able to work using their own initiative
• have excellent interpersonal skills
• have good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English & Maths – min Grade C or equivalent)
• have good organisational skills
• are flexible
• have a good sense of humour
Training will be provided, but previous experience in a school office would be advantageous.
We are a happy school that prides itself on creating a friendly atmosphere and positive working relationships with a focus on working together as a team. We are committed to staff well-being and offer a local government pension scheme and employee assistance programme. The working environment is pleasant and located near an area of outstanding natural beauty with hot lunches and free parking available on-site.
Working hours are Monday to Friday from 10h30 to 18h00 or a minimum of 4 days (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday) for the right candidate. You will report to the School Business Manager. Pay is remunerated on the Surrey Payscale SP5 which currently ranges between £24’977 and £26’886 (the part time equivalent ranges from £20’890 and £22’487). (Please note that SCC is in consultation with the relevant unions and salaries are expected to increase retrospectively to 1st April 2024).
Please email completed application forms to our recruiting email address. If you would like more information please call the Office and ask to speak with Bev.
Applications will close on Monday 3rd June at 12h00 and interviews will take place on the shortly afterwards (candidates who have been short-listed will be advised by Tuesday).
HTPD is committed to the safeguarding of all pupils in its care and promoting their welfare and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful candidates. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service and references. Please see our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants on our website.

£23497.63 (Actual Salary) + AET Wellbeing Cash Plan + Car Scheme + Pension Scheme (LGPS) + Additional AET Benefits

37 Hours, 39 Weeks

Permanent, Full Time

June 2024 Start Date

We are currently seeking an Admin Assistant to join our dedicated team of support staff, starting in June 2024. This presents an exciting opportunity for an individual who is a reliable, well organised, and an experienced administrative assistant to join our friendly and supportive admin team.

The successful candidate will have excellent administrative skills, you will be highly organised with good numerical and literacy skills. You will be adaptable, flexible, caring, and enthusiastic, with a smile for all situations to join our lively and friendly team.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have a comprehensive understanding of confidentiality issues within a school environment
• Use your own initiative to plan interventions.
• Be creative, innovative, and flexible approach to raising expectations and achievement

Bexleyheath Academy is proud to be a non-selective school in the grammar heartland of Kent. Bexleyheath Academy is quickly approaching capacity with students; in order to accommodate the demands of the local community and grow our skilled staff, we must expand.

Joining a flourishing school at this time is an amazing opportunity!

With immediate train access to Central London and easy access to the Kent countryside, Bexleyheath has the best of both worlds. Despite having a Kent postcode, Bexleyheath is classified as Greater London due to its strategic location between Welling, Sidcup, and Bexley village. You can reach Dartford for the river crossing with a short drive along the A2.

Its thriving hub is The Broadway - a shopping district with added appeal in the shape of a bowling alley, cinema and a growing number of restaurants. A little beyond Bexleyheath and you're at Bluewater, Ashford for the designer outlet and international rail travel to Europe.

The role is due to commence June 2024.

Closing date:Friday 17th May 2024

Interviews are scheduled to take place as soon as possible after the closing date.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Academies Enterprise Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a robust, fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Academies Enterprise Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

ADMIN OFFICER'S REQUIRED

PUBLIC SECTOR CLIENT
ASHFORD

DEFRA is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink.

Sevington Inland border facility are looking for experienced Admin Officer's to join their busy team on a temporary-ongoing basis.

Job description/details and Responsibilities

Border Inspection Coordination:

• Coordinate administrative tasks related to Border Control Post (BCP) activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage schedules for inspections, consulting with BCP teams and relevant authorities.
• Function as the primary interface between drivers and onsite operations.
• Efficiently manage the booking-in process on the PINC system.
• Provide necessary authorization on the PINC system for drivers to exit the site.
• Allocate appropriate sheds and bays to incoming drivers.
• Oversee the post-inspection process to ensure compliance.
• Ensure all relevant information is accurately recorded and cleared down from systems.
• Ensure a systematic clearing of all data and systems post-inspection.

Front of House Reception:

• Greet and assist visitors, ensuring a positive and professional first impression at the BCP.
• Manage the front desk, handling inquiries, and directing individuals to the appropriate departments.

Coordination and Liaison:

• Interface with traffic marshals to facilitate smooth traffic flow.
• Collaborate with K&N to ensure seamless operations.
• Liaise with inspection authorities to coordinate inspection processes.
• Communicate effectively with HMRC to address any regulatory requirements.

Record Keeping & Communication

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of BCP activities, including inspections, seizures, and compliance reports.
• Facilitate effective communication between the BCP and other agencies involved in border security.
• Ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information related to inspections at BCP.

Policy Implementation and Compliance:

• Assist in implementing and enforcing BCP policies and procedures, where applicable.
• Stay informed about changes in BCP regulations and ensure adherence to relevant policies
• Coordinate administrative aspects of emergency response plans at the BCP.
• Collaborate with different departments to ensure a coordinated and efficient response during emergencies. 8. Team Collaboration:
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve operational excellence.
• Support other front-of-house staff in handling their responsibilities as needed.

Qualification and Experience Required:

• Previous experience in front of house and administrative roles.
• Familiarity with governmental or public sector administrative procedures.
• Basic IT literacy required including MS Package knowledge.

Competencies:

• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Problem-Solving
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Adaptability
• Integrity and Professionalism
• Understanding of BCP Processes
• Emergency Response Coordination

Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Resourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Shift Pattern is as follows

NIGHTS

7pm - 7.30am

4 days on 4 days off

Contract is for 6 months

AO - Night rate - 7pm to 7.30am - £17.64

Do you meet the criteria?

Apply today by clicking the 'apply' button