Entry-level temporary admin roles in London typically pay around £11–£14 per hour, with experienced PAs, Office Managers or specialist administrators ranging from £14–£20+ per hour depending on sector and responsibilities. Standard office hours are 35–40 per week, but many temp posts offer part-time, shift or hybrid patterns. Overtime may be available at peak times. Career pathways can progress from Receptionist or Administrator to Senior Administrator, Team Coordinator, PA/EA, Office Manager, and into Operations or Project Support. Jobwise data helps highlight higher-paying employers and roles, so you can target assignments that advance both your pay and experience.

• Technical skills: Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams), calendar and inbox management, CRM/ERP updates, minute-taking, document formatting, data entry and reporting.
• Soft skills: communication, attention to detail, organisation, time management, problem-solving, discretion and customer service.
• Certifications/checks: Microsoft Office Specialist, ECDL/ICDL, First Aid or Fire Warden (occasionally), and DBS checks for roles in education or certain public services.
• Transferable strengths: retail/service customer handling, cash/records accuracy, scheduling and multitasking — jobwise surfaces these from your CV so you’re matched to roles that value them.

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• Enjoy variety and flexibility with access to a vast pool of employers across London’s public, private and third sectors.
• Strong regional demand, with frequent peaks around financial year-end, term starts and project launches.
• Jobwise’s AI reduces missed opportunities by matching your skills to the right assignments the moment they go live.