Office Support & Administration Recruitment
Office support and administration roles are the backbone of every business, and getting them right is more commercially important than many organisations realise. A poor hire at PA, Office Manager or Executive Assistant level creates friction across entire teams. RFT recruits across the full administrative function, from reception and coordination roles through to senior EAs supporting C-suite executives. We work with employers across Manchester and the wider North West, placing candidates who are organised, proactive and genuinely professional in how they operate.
About This Sector
Administration Recruitment That Goes Deeper
The office support market moves quickly. Good PAs and EAs are rarely available for long, and the candidates who can manage complex diaries, coordinate international travel and handle confidential matters with discretion are in consistent demand. RFT maintains an active pool of office support professionals at every level, which means we can respond with pace rather than relying on a slow job board cycle.
We take the time to understand working culture and management style, because fit matters as much as skills in a support function that sits close to senior leadership. An EA who is technically competent but cannot read a principal's priorities creates problems. We assess both - and we tell you what we find at the briefing stage rather than leaving it to interview day to discover.
Roles We Place
Office Support Roles We Recruit
From reception through to C-suite EA, we recruit across the full administrative function.
Receptionist
First-point-of-contact roles managing switchboards, visitor management and general office coordination. Presentation, communication and reliability are the defining qualities we look for.
Administrator
General administrative support across departments: data entry, document management, scheduling and inbox handling. Attention to detail and software proficiency are consistently expected.
Office Manager
End-to-end office operations including facilities, supplier management, HR administration and team coordination. Experience managing a physical office environment is usually a prerequisite.
Executive Assistant
Complex diary management, board-level correspondence, travel logistics and confidential document handling. We place EAs at MD, Director and C-suite level who operate as true business partners.
Personal Assistant
Dedicated one-to-one support for senior individuals. Candidates must demonstrate discretion, initiative and the ability to manage upward when necessary.
Team Secretary
Shared administrative support across professional teams in legal, financial and professional services environments. Accurate document production and formatting skills are essential.
Data Entry Clerk
High-volume, accuracy-led roles focused on database updating, records management and CRM input. Speed and precision are both measured at this level.
Operations Coordinator
Cross-functional coordination roles that sit between administration and operations management. Candidates typically have strong process skills and experience working across departments.
Project Coordinator
Administrative support within project environments, including tracking milestones, managing documentation and liaising with stakeholders. PM software exposure is increasingly expected.
Business Support Assistant
Flexible, generalist roles supporting multiple business functions. Often the entry point for candidates building an administrative career across different sectors.
Customer Service Administrator
Inbound query handling combined with administrative duties, common in financial services, insurance and professional services environments.
HR Administrator
Onboarding administration, payroll liaison, absence tracking and employee records management. Often sits within a shared services or HR team.
For Employers
Why Employers Choose RFT
Quality candidates, operational speed and flexible arrangements that work for your business.
Quality Candidates, Properly Screened
We do not send lists. Every candidate we put forward has been spoken to, had their experience verified and been assessed for the specific role and working environment. You receive a shortlist of people who can genuinely do the job, in the culture you have described.
Speed When It Matters
Admin vacancies create operational disruption from day one. RFT's candidate pool means we can often introduce suitable candidates within 48 hours for common roles. We keep the pipeline moving so your business does not stall while the search is underway.
Temp-to-Perm and Flexible Options
Not every requirement needs an immediate permanent hire. We offer temporary, contract and temp-to-perm arrangements that give you flexibility without exposing you to a long recruitment process when you need cover fast.
For Candidates
Why Candidates Work With RFT
Access to roles that are not advertised, honest salary guidance and real career advocacy.
Access to Roles That Are Not Advertised
Many of the office support roles we fill are not posted publicly. Senior PAs and EAs are regularly placed through direct introductions. Registering with RFT gives you access to the full market, not just the visible job board layer.
Temporary Work That Builds Your Career
We offer a range of temporary assignments that help you build experience across different sectors and environments. These roles often convert to permanent positions for candidates who perform well and want to stay.
Honest Guidance on Your Market
We tell you what your skills are worth in the current Manchester market, what types of businesses are hiring and how your CV reads to employers. That knowledge helps you target your search more effectively and set realistic expectations.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most from employers and candidates in the office support sector.
Ready to Place or Find the Right Office Support Talent?
Tell us about your vacancy or your next career move and a consultant who knows office support recruitment will be in touch the same day.