Administration Assistant – Excellent Career Progression into Laboratory Work
MUST DRIVE DUE TO LOCATION


Adore Recruitment is pleased to be working on behalf of a well-established company, who are seeking an Administration Assistant to join their busy, friendly, and highly supportive team.
This role is ideal for a recent graduate, someone with strong administrative skills, or anyone local who is keen to build a long-term career within a professional laboratory and office-based environment.
Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Salary: £25,500 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
The Role
Reporting to the Office Manager, you will play a vital part in the smooth running of a fast-paced laboratory. This is a busy environment where accuracy, organisation, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are essential.
A large part of the role involves booking in high volumes of samples, ensuring all data is entered correctly, and supporting the laboratory team so testing can begin without delay. You will also be handling a steady flow of incoming calls, enquiries, and client requests, so confidence on the phone is important.


Key responsibilities include:
*Booking samples onto the company portal with speed and accuracy
*Preparing and issuing scientific reports for clients
*Opening, sorting, and distributing incoming post and samples
*Typing, scanning, and filing scientific documentation
*Answering and directing incoming telephone calls in a busy office
*Providing general administrative support to the wider team


The Ideal Candidate
*Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
*Confident working with data, documentation, and client information
*Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume working environment
*A proactive and reliable team player


Keen to learn and develop new skills
Must have own transport, as the location is not easily accessible by public transport


Development & Career Progression
This is more than an administration role — it’s a genuine opportunity to build a career in the scientific and laboratory sector.


For the right candidate, the company offers:
Training to support laboratory processes
Opportunities to learn how samples are tested
The chance to progress into lab-based roles over time
Support to gain industry-recognised qualifications


If you’re interested in science, environmental testing, or laboratory work, this is an excellent entry point with real long-term potential.