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Operations Support Assistant

Gillespie Recruitment Ltd
Darlington
money-bag £25877/annum
Posted: 03 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 02 September 2026
Ref: 225446395

Are you an organised and customer-focused administrator looking for a varied role where you can make a real difference?

Gillespie Recruitment are recruiting an Operations Support Assistant on behalf of a well-established organisation supporting individuals on their self-employment journey through advice, guidance and business start-up workshops.

As a Operations Support Assistant, you'll be the first point of contact for clients, providing excellent customer service while supporting advisers, coordinating workshops and maintaining accurate records.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the first point of contact via phone, email, web enquiries and face-to-face visits
  • Support individuals interested in becoming self-employed
  • Coordinate business start-up workshops and schedules
  • Maintain accurate client records and CRM systems
  • Liaise with clients, partners and internal teams
  • Assist with funding claim documentation and reporting
  • Provide administrative support to Business Advisers and management
  • Ensure information and website content remains accurate and up to date

About You

  • Previous experience in an administration, office support or customer service role
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Confident using Microsoft Office and database systems
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Positive, proactive and customer-focused approach
  • Knowledge of business support or start-up environments is desirable

What's On Offer

  • Operations Support Assistant role with an established organisation
  • Supportive team environment
  • Full-time office-based position
  • Part-time considered (Monday and Friday required)
  • Opportunity to support new business start-ups
  • 6-month fixed-term contract

If you're an organised and motivated Operations Support Assistant seeking your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for this Operations Support Assistant position.

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