Business Administrator

If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.

Business Administrator

Location: PO12 2DL, located in Alverstoke (near Lee-On-Solent, Gosport) with free onsite parking. 

Package: £23,500 - £32,300 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)

Working pattern: We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.

Normal working hours will average 37 hours per week, currently worked over a 10-day fortnight.

Ready to play your part?  

At AWE, it’s not just a job, it’s far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?  

AWE is currently recruiting for a Business Administrator to join the Defence Radiation Protection Services (DRPS) group at AWE Alverstoke. DRPS provides specialist technical and advisory services to the Ministry of Defence and commercial customers across all aspects of ionising and non‑ionising radiation protection.

As a Business Administrator, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth day‑to‑day running of the group. This includes delivering high‑quality administrative support, coordinating training courses, supporting procurement activities, and contributing to the efficient delivery of DRPS operations.

Who are we looking for?

• A reliable and organised individual with a strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
• Someone who enjoys providing high-quality administrative support in a busy environment.
• A strong communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• An individual who can work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Someone with excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to their work.
• An experienced user of Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.
• An organised professional who can manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
• Someone who can respond to requests efficiently whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy.
• An individual who is committed to supporting a smooth-running, customer-focused service.

Work hard, be rewarded:

We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:

• 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

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Next steps:

Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.

Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. 
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.

Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.