Marina jobs in Emsworth

Experienced Office/Administration Assistant - Part Time

C&J Marine Ltd / C&J Outdoors - Marine & Outdoor/Leisure Textile Manufacturer - Chichester

We are looking for a friendly, organised and capable Office/Administration Assistant to join our small, busy team.

This is a varied role in a well-established business specialising in marine and outdoor/leisure textiles, so we’re looking for someone who enjoys being involved in lots of different areas of the business and is happy to turn their hand to whatever is needed.

No two days are quite the same, so this role would suit someone who is practical, adaptable, organised, and enjoys working with people.

What the role will involve

You’ll be supporting the day-to-day running of the business and helping across a range of areas, including:

• General executive and office administration
• Supporting customer accounts and account management activities
• Assisting with sales administration and customer follow-up
• Preparing quotations, paperwork, and business documentation using Microsoft 365 and MRP/CRM systems
• Dealing with customers by email, telephone, and in person
• Helping keep records, files, and systems organised and up to date
• Supporting the smooth running of the office and day-to-day business operations
• Assisting with general practical and maintenance-related coordination where needed
• Attending exhibitions and events when required
• Attending marina/residential/supplier locations if required

What we’re looking for

We’d love to hear from someone who is:

• Well organised and good at keeping on top of lots of different tasks
• Friendly, professional, and confident dealing with customers
• Comfortable working in a small business environment
• Able to use their own initiative and work independently
• Reliable, practical, and happy to help wherever needed
• Confident using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Has a high standard of English and Maths
• Holds a full driving licence

It would be a bonus if you also have

• Administration experience in a manufacturing, textiles, marine, or outdoor/leisure business
• An interest in boats, outdoor products, fabrics, or practical industries

What we offer

• A varied and interesting position in a specialist business
• A friendly, supportive working environment
• The chance to become a valued part of a small team where your contribution really matters
• Competitive package dependant on experience
• 23 days holiday, 3 to be taken over Christmas period shutdown (pro-rata)
• Plus 8 paid bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Company pension after 6 months qualifying period
• Discretionary company annual bonus
• Company events
• Free parking

Hours: 24 hours per week (part time/job share)
Starting Salary: £31,200 Gross (pro-rata)
Location: Chichester

Pay: From £31,200.00 per year

Experience:

• Sales administration: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person