Administrative Business Partner
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Position Overview & Specifications
Do you have executive experience in a fast-paced environment and are you looking for a 12-month contract in London? Aquent's tech client is looking for an exceptional Administrative Business Partner. This full-time role is offered on a hybrid- working basis (Tuesday-Thursday onsite, Mondays & Fridays remotely) and it comes with an hourly rate of £30.77 PAYE.
As a flexible ABP, you will direct support 2-3 directors and need to be a masterful problem-solver and an organisational force, given the complex calendaring and heavy travel
planning that will be necessary. This role will be based in the Engineering / Tech side of the business - Shopping / Merchant - background in tech is preferred. Please note that this role is a full-time contract position at 40 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
- Extensive array of administrative tasks (manage calendars, expenses, book travel, and schedule facilities and equipment)
- Working autonomously and sometimes in an ambiguous environment
- Project management of internal and external events & programs. Prepare meetings for the executive or team with minimal guidance. Ensure meeting room, equipment, and attendee list are correct and confirmed; gather, compile, and create meeting materials. Ability to set meeting agendas, understand the audience, set action items, and drive meetings to the desired outcome
- Collaborate with Administrative Business Partners in London, EMEA and globally on programs, events and team related activities
- Exhibit strong communication skills with internal and possibly external-facing parties. Ability to build trusting, collaborative relationships and rapport with different stakeholders and businesses. Build rapport and demonstrate collaboration
- Execute expense management activities with minimal guidance
Preferred:
- Background in tech
Due to the high volume of responses, if you have not received an email in 2 days please take it that you have unfortunately not been successful in your application. Thank you for taking the time to apply.
Client Description:
Our Client is a multinational technology company, specialising in Internet-related services and products; including online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. The atmosphere is relaxed with a diverse and innovative culture. Opportunities for growth and progression and networking with like-minded people across the business and beyond.
Aquent is dedicated to improving inclusivity & is proudly an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups & are committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities. We aim to provide reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, to those with a medical condition, disability or neurodivergence.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: HR Consulting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Administrative Business Partner roles across Aquent's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to HR Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £64,000 - £64,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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