Administrator
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1964195/153069
- Location: Portsmouth
- Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £12.71 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 05 February 2026
About the role
37.5 hours per week
Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00.
However, flexibility may be required to cover evening and weekend working to meet business needs- £12.71 per hour
10% discount on Costcutter shop on site
Free car parking
Reduced cost use of gym on site
Subsidised food available on site
Access to Historic Dockyard at FMSP Portsmouth
Families Day and other special events on site
Sodexo rewards and benefits
Discounts at Sodexo partner brands
- Driving is required for this position. For insurance purposes you must be over 25 and hold a Full UK Driving License
Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 5 years to apply for this position
Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is PO1 4QT
Job Description:
Based at the Home of the Royal Navy Fleet, this is a unique opportunity to join a Global Organisation with over 430,000 staff worldwide, and provide support to our Armed Services Personnel.
As an Administrator at Sodexo in HM Naval Base Portsmouth, PO1 4QT you’ll be working within Sodexo's administration hub, providing administrative support to the services we provide across the site. If you're looking for a role where your abilities can have impact, this could be the job for you!
What You’ll Do:
- Work closely with the management team, offering support for any projects or tasks they need assistance with
- Provide payroll support, reviewing Kronos (workforce) portal daily, to check for discrepancies, contacting relevant manager to resolve immediately, updating the regional support team and supporting compliance
- Process and maintain security for all new starters and existing colleagues, ensuring security process is adhered to and working with regional support team to remain compliant with process.
- Support with billing and accounting systems, both manually and working with systems such as EprophIT
- Cash handling, which may involve the use of a company vehicle on site to visit locations across the site for cash collection (hence driving requirement)
- Resourcing and Training - for example assisting with arranging interviews, supporting the onboarding process and induction of new colleagues, maintaining training record cards, monitoring mandatory training
- Support day to day and monthly administrative tasks for the region, for example archiving/shredding, mileage returns, ordering stationery and uniform; and any other any other reasonable tasks as directed
What You Bring:
- Experience of working in a similar role within the service industry at a comparable level
- Excellent numerical, verbal and written communication skills
- Able to work on own initiative within a team environment
- Able to demonstrate proficient knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Attention to detail and adherence to standards
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- The ability to prioritise tasks effectively and stay calm under pressure
- Driving is required for this position. For insurance purposes you must be over 25 and hold a Full UK Driving License
Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 5 years to apply for this position
What we offer:
- On-the-job training with experienced professionals
- Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
- Career development opportunities within Sodexo
- A friendly and supportive work environment
- Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
- Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
- Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.
Join us and be part of a company that values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO1 4QT
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