Asset Administrator

Asset Administrator – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) - £30,234  PA + Benefits.

Origin – Great homes, positive people, and strong communities

An inspiring past and a bright future

A home is the essential foundation for a good quality of life, so what we do every day really matters to the wellbeing of our communities. Here at Origin, we trace our roots back one hundred years, building and managing high quality homes as well as providing support services and housing for those who are most vulnerable in London and Hertfordshire. We work to provide safe, decent affordable homes and support for individuals and communities.

Focused on our residents, our driving ambition is to provide services that make people’s lives easier, and homes and communities they can be proud to live in. We are ‘not for profit’ and reinvest all our surpluses back into our varied and vibrant neighbourhoods.

The role – Assets Administrator

We are looking for an organised, committed, and motivated person, to support and provide high quality, professional administrative support to the organisations Assets & Sustainability Team. This is a great opportunity to work in a busy dynamic team that is evolving and where you can contribute to our continuing developing and growth.

You will be highly organised and willing to take responsibility and use your own initiative, as well as being comfortable in setting priorities and meeting deadlines. You will make sure that everything is in place to guarantee that all runs smoothly for the processes and teams you support. Excellent people skills are essential along with a high level of written and oral communication skills. You will have experience of working in a client-driven environment and with the ability to work effectively under pressure.

What you will do

• Administrative & Operational Support: Deliver high-level admin support including correspondence, scheduling, document management, and payment processing to help meet corporate objectives.
• Performance & KPI Reporting: Prepare departmental performance reports and KPIs, collating data and documentation for internal and external presentation.
• Communication & Coordination: Monitor mailboxes, manage customer complaints, coordinate responses, and consult with stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Support multiple departments, assist with planned works consultations, and manage contractor onboarding and supply chain coordination.
• Process Improvement & Organisation: Implement efficiencies, maintain office systems, and proactively prioritise tasks in a fast-paced team environment.
• Customer Service & Team Spirit: Provide excellent service, assist with holiday cover, contribute to team storytelling via newsletters, and show enthusiasm for learning and growth.

What you will need

• Motivated & Initiative-taking: Demonstrates initiative, ownership, and a collaborative mindset while supporting team goals.
• Organised & Methodical: Skilled in prioritising, multitasking, and maintaining a structured approach in a fast-paced environment.
• Relationship Builder: Experienced in working with internal teams and external stakeholders, serving as a reliable point of contact.
• High Performance & Reliability: Proven ability to deliver under pressure with strong administrative competence and familiarity with office procedures.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft 365 tools and adaptable to new software and systems.
• Confident Communicator: Communicates effectively across all levels and channels with a friendly, professional tone.

Our Values

Our core values are at the heart of how we work.

• Take the lead.
• Create energy.
• Build trust.
• Be generous.
• Stay grounded.
• Remember the little things.

We are committed to the wellbeing of our people and in creating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

Our benefits to you

• Origin’s ways of working make it easier for you to balance work and home life. You will benefit from flexible working which offers you the opportunity to work from where you are most effective, with the technology and equipment you need, as well as access to flexible space for collaborative working.
• A generous 25-day holiday allowance plus bank holidays, which increases with time, with the opportunity to buy and sell leave.
• The salary of £30,234 PA + Benefits.
• Two additional ‘giving something back’ volunteer days.
• A pension scheme with contributions from 4% of your salary
• Family leave, compassionate leave and enhanced maternity pay.
• Simply Health cash plan providing money back when you spend on health appointments including physiotherapy, dental and opticians.
• Interest free loans to help spread the cost of a season ticket or another big purchase.
• Annual staff conference, team away days and annual team meal allowance
• Access to Perk Box for fantastic savings on everyday purchases and much more
• Free employee assistance programme
• Opportunities to join staff network groups.
• Refer a friend bonus.

We are also committed to ensuring that our people have access to an excellent range of learning and development opportunities including our induction programme, course sponsorship, leadership development, mentoring and talent schemes along with professional membership if it is a requirement to your role.

Tell us your story.

We are looking forward to learning about you. Please help us get to know you by sending your latest CV and covering letter detailing how your skills and experience meet the job description.

Closing date for applications: 24th August 2025

Interviews will be held: 28th August 2025

Please note that suitable candidates will be invited to interview throughout the application window and therefore the vacancy may close at short notice. However, all candidates will be advised of the outcome of their application and therefore interested candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.

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