Head of Administration

Head of Administration

Compliance & Fire Safety Sector
📍 Rochester, Kent
💰 £40,000 – £50,000 (DOE)
🕒 Full-time | 40 hours per week | Permanent | Office-based
📅 Start date: August 2026

About the Opportunity

We are proud to be partnering with a well-established and forward-thinking compliance and fire safety organisation in Rochester, Kent, to recruit a Head of Administration.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced operations or administration professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building high-performing teams and driving service excellence.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Directors, the Head of Administration will take ownership of the day-to-day management of the organisation’s support functions. You will lead both office-based and remote team members, ensuring seamless service delivery, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement across administrative processes.

This role will also play a key part in supporting wider business growth, contributing to strategic initiatives and team development.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead, mentor and develop a multi-location administrative support team

* Oversee workflow management and allocate resources effectively

* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

* Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency

* Support recruitment, onboarding and performance management activities

* Monitor KPIs and ensure consistently high standards of client service delivery

About You

We are looking for a proactive and confident leader with a collaborative approach and a strong track record in managing teams within a compliance, fire safety, or similar regulated environment.

You’ll bring:

* Proven management experience within compliance, fire safety, or a related sector

* Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

* The ability to prioritise and manage multiple workloads in a dynamic setting

* Experience driving operational improvements and leading change initiatives

* A hands-on, solutions-focused mindset

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected organisation at a key stage of growth, where you can make a tangible impact on both the team and wider business operations.

You’ll be part of a collaborative leadership team, with the opportunity to shape processes, influence strategy, and develop your career in a rewarding and supportive environment.

Interested?

If you’re ready to step into a senior leadership role where your expertise and ideas will be valued, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion
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