Charterhall

Job Title: General Administrator

Status: Full time, permanent contract

Salary: £22,000 - £25,000 per annum

Benefits: Pension, 28 holidays per annum, development and training

Role

Charterhall is a well-diversified privately-owned estate geographically spread with its principal enterprises located in Berwickshire, Edinburgh & Northumberland. This new role will be primarily based out of the estate office in Berwickshire.

The estate manages a range of rental propositions including private residential, commercial, leisure, retail & light industrial properties as well as traditional farming & country sports activities. There is a strong existing business in operation, with the potential to both enhance existing enterprises and to develop new offerings.

The role of General Administrator (GA) is a varied and exciting role supporting the Estate Surveyor, Finance and Administration Manager and the estate owners.

The GA is a key role in enhancing the smooth running of the estate’s businesses providing a strong communication role; as well as providing the first point of contact for estate customers and other farm/estate related stakeholder enquiries.

Key Responsibilities:

• To provide general administrative support for the estate office.

• To provide administration support for the portfolio of estate properties (including residential & non-residential, agricultural, equine, offices, sheds) and to meet statutory and contractual requirements.

• To develop knowledge of procedures, compliance, legislation and contracts to a high standard.

• To work closely with the Finance & Administration Manager to maintain a high level of operational & statutory performance.

• To provide administrative support to Estate Principal and wider family as required.

Person Specification

• Strong interpersonal, organisation and time management skills.

• Articulate with strong verbal and written communication skills.

• The ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels.

• Excellent computer skills and the ability to pick up new software quickly.

• Flexible “can do” attitude and an excellent team player.

• Self-motivated and able to use own initiative.

• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.

• Experience in estate and property administration preferred, but not essential.

• Basic accounts experience preferred, but not essential.

• Ideally holds a full and clean driving licence.