Community Outreach & Administrative Assistant

London, UK (Hybrid)

£17K/yr – £36K/yrEntry LevelFull time

Posted 9 days ago

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Job Summary

You will own the end-to-end client touchpoints and enquiry workflow, support community outreach efforts, and help with administrative processes to drive growth.

  • Own warm client interactions and enquiry handling from first contact to follow-up.
  • Maintain accurate records using Microsoft Office and the CRM.
  • Support planning and delivery of community outreach campaigns and events.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Provide a warm, professional and friendly first point of contact for all clients and visitors.
  • Answer incoming telephone calls, emails and enquiries with excellent customer service.
  • Follow up with potential clients and maintain regular communication throughout the enquiry process.
  • Accurately record and update client information using Microsoft Office and our CRM system.
  • Assist in qualifying enquiries before referring suitable cases to our partner firms.
  • Support the planning and delivery of community outreach campaigns across Tower Hamlets.
  • Participate in local door-to-door awareness campaigns, distributing marketing materials and introducing Veridian Consultancy to local residents.
  • Attend community events, workshops and networking opportunities alongside the management team.
  • Build positive relationships with local residents, community organisations and businesses.
  • Assist with preparing marketing materials, presentations and community information packs.

Requirements

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • A confident, friendly and approachable personality.
  • The ability to build trust and rapport with members of the public.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to work independently using your own initiative.
  • Confidence working both in an office environment and out in the local community.
  • A willingness to participate in door-to-door awareness campaigns and community engagement activities.
  • Good problem-solving skills and a positive, can-do attitude.
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Preferred

  • Previous experience in administration, customer service, community engagement, sales support or a similar role is desirable but not essential.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Experience using CRM systems is advantageous; however, full training will be provided.
  • Comfortable making and receiving telephone calls.
  • Confident using computers and learning new software.
  • Experience working with members of the public is highly desirable.
  • Experience within charities, community organisations, housing associations or customer-facing environments would be beneficial but is not essential.

Benefits

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Employee discount
  • Gym membership
  • Work from home