Administrative Assistant

Administrative AssistantJob InformationAdmin Assistant Fixed term to 31/12/2026 We are looking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to join the Council's Passenger Transport Team on a temporary basis until 31 December 2026. Supporting key finance, compliance and operational activities, this varied role offers the opportunity to make a valuable contribution to an essential frontline service. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and customer service skills and enjoy engaging with members of the public through both telephone and written correspondence. They will be highly organised, proficient in Microsoft Office applications, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Full details can be found in the attached job description. This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a busy environment where priorities can change quickly, who takes pride in delivering high-quality work, and who is committed to providing excellent service to customers and colleagues alike. Why choose us? We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including: • 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees) • Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme • Flexi scheme - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees) To see all our excellent benefits and perks, please click here. Stay connected with us on social media to keep up to date with Northumberland County Council's latest job opportunities. Facebook : NCC Jobs Group LinkedIn : Northumberland County Council Jobs Further information For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post. Alternative application format: British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial Attached documents • 1624 Administrative Assistant 3.doc.pdf • Candidate Guide (1) (1).pdf Apply Administrative Assistant • Salary £25,583 to £25,989 • Frequency Monthly • Job Reference ncc/TP/57/3107/MC • Contract Type Fixed Term • Closing Date 19 July, 2026 • Job Category Admin / Secretarial / Customer Services • Directorate Place and Regeneration • Location County Hall, Morpeth, United Kingdom • Posted on 3 July, 2026