Current Vacancies


Are you a driven, enthusiastic, and motivated individual? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment?

Would you like to join a progressive and forward-thinking leader in the construction sector?

If you want to further your career and build on your knowledge, Seddon Construction is for you! 

Purchase Ledger Assistant
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our team in Bolton. The main purpose of the role is to correct approval of supplier invoices again...

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our team in Bolton. The main purpose of the role is to correct approval of supplier invoices against purchase orders to enable payment to suppliers. 

Benefits:

Competitive Salary / 25 Days Holidays / Pension Scheme / Free Parking / Private Health Care / Professional Development & Training Opportunities/ Free Wellbeing Initiatives such as eye care vouchers, occupational health, employee assistance programme / Ministry of Fun / Flexible Working / Online Retailer Discounts (Seddon SmartSpending)

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What you’ll do:

  • Processing of supplier invoices to enable strict 30-day payment terms.
  • Entering of delivery notes ensuring order numbers are correct and that items are delivered against the correct products and quantities within our cost periods on COINS.
  • Liaising with suppliers to resolve any discrepancies to enable prompt payment.
  • Liaising with the buying department on price or quantity discrepancies.
  • Monthly supplier statement reconciliations.
  • Basic usage of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
  • Communicate with sites to ensure information regarding the delivery of materials is correct.

Have you got what it takes:

  • Analytical thinking
  • Conscientious
  • Attention to detail
  • Financial awareness
  • Organisation skills
  • Prioritise workload
  • A ‘Common Sense’ approach
  • Flexible approach
  • Operate within the company standards and policies
  • Be a team player but also able to work on your own initiative
  • Knowledge of COINS an advantage but not essential
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Administrator (Fixed Term)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Administrator to join our Property Services team in Bolton.  Initially this is a 9-month fixed term contract to cover maternity lea...

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Administrator to join our Property Services team in Bolton.  Initially this is a 9-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave and the role would commence on 24 June 2024. 

The main purpose of the role is to provide administrative support at site locations, ensuring the smooth running of the business or department. 

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary / 25 Days Holidays / Pension Scheme / Free Parking / Private Health Care / Professional Development & Training Opportunities/ Free Wellbeing Initiatives such as eye care vouchers, occupational health, employee assistance programme / Ministry of Fun / Flexible Working / Online Retailer Discounts (Seddon SmartSpending)

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What you’ll do:

  • To collaborate with employees (at all levels) and take part in the planning needs of the business/department and be an advocate and driver for change recognising areas for improvement and supporting the business with change management.
  • Coordinate and implement office procedures
  • Use a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office & 3rd party products, and bespoke products such as data administration and document management tools and internal databases
  • Create and maintain electronic / paper document management, including photocopying, printing and scanning
  • Prepare documents such as letters, reports, presentations and spreadsheets
  • Act as a key member for project change teams – working alongside other administrators
  • Organise meetings including management of electronic diaries, ordering refreshments, sending invitations and taking minutes
  • Handle queries from management, team and customers etc.
  • Organise office space and housekeeping and resources
  • Deal with telephone and email enquiries and cover reception; greeting visitors, answering the switchboard
  • Organise and distribute post.

Have you got what it takes:

  • Ability to demonstrate a good level of general education to GCSE standard in Mathematics and English (or equivalent)
  • Intermediate to advanced IT skills in MS office
  • Experience of working in a busy office environment
  • Experience with a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office & third-party products such as data administration, document management tools and internal databases.
  • Familiarity with office equipment
  • Work as a multidisciplinary team, establishing good working relationships at all levels.
  • Communicate and exchange information in a tactful and diplomatic manner.
  • Exchange information in a tactful and diplomatic manner
  • Work independently and act on own initiative (proactive and forward thinking)
  • Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects on time and to a high standard, working to tight deadlines and under pressure.
  • Travel between locations (branch/projects). Driving licence is essential.
  • Show a willingness to be flexible.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Demonstrate strong time management skills.
  • Problem solving attitude with eye for detail (attention for detail).

 
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