Description
Lead Contract Administrator
Location: Chapel Brampton, Northampton, office-based
Salary: £30,000 to £35,000, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Working hours: Monday to Friday, full-time – hours are flexible but with the need to ensure coverage of the team
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and confident Lead Administrator to join our Contract Administration team. This is a key administrative role supporting a busy commercial and operational environment. The successful candidate will oversee general and commercial administration, supporting functions such as HR, finance, and project coordination, while helping to streamline internal systems and ensure compliance.
This role involves team supervision, close collaboration with various departments, and a strong focus on accuracy, organisation, and commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities
- General administrative support with a strong focus on commercial tasks.
- Handling invoicing, cost reconciliations (CVRs), purchase orders, and profit & loss documentation.
- Managing and mentoring a small admin team.
- Collaborating with internal teams (working closely with 10-15 team members across departments).
- Preparing weekly and monthly financial reports.
- Managing and interpreting large sets of data.
- Maintaining and updating spreadsheets in Excel; assisting with system transitions (e.g. to SharePoint).
- Maintaining and developing filing systems and audit trails in line with office procedures.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a similar administrative role, with solid understanding of office systems and procedures.
- Strong numerical skills and attention to detail, comfortable working with commercial data.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, (Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with an intermediate understanding of Excel).
- Confident and commercially aware, ideally with experience in a fast-paced construction or related environment.
- Strong interpersonal and team leadership skills.
- Highly organised, analytical, and able to work on own initiative.
- Background in construction, property, or a similar sector is preferred.
Why join us?
As the UK’s leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same – and neither are our people. That’s why we’re committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer
- We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
- Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
- Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
- We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
- From 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
- Secure your future - competitive pension scheme and resources to manage your finances.
- Colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
- Comprehensive resources and support.
About idverde
We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company – we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we’ll create a greener future for all.
