CPI helps make great ideas and inventions a reality. We’re a team of intelligent people using advances in science and technology to solve the biggest global challenges in healthcare and sustainability.
Through our incredible people and innovation infrastructure, we collaborate with our partners in industry, academia, government, and the investment community to accelerate the development and commercialisation of innovative products.
From health technologies and pharmaceuticals to sustainable food and materials innovations, we turn the entrepreneurial spirit and radical thinking of our people and partners into incredible impact that makes our world a better place.
CPI has an exciting opportunity for an organised and proactive Office Administrator to provide high quality administrative support across our Sedgefield sites. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge innovation in advanced manufacturing while supporting teams that make a real impact.
As an Office Administrator, you’ll play a key role in enabling business objectives through excellent customer management and efficient administrative support. You’ll be the backbone of daily operations, ensuring smooth coordination across teams and facilities.
Key tasks in the role will include:
Coordinating travel and accommodation (UK and international).
Reception duties and switchboard management.
Hosting visitors and supporting site tours.
Organising meetings, room bookings, and refreshments.
Raising purchase orders and ensuring value for money.
Supporting meetings with note-taking and action tracking.
Coordinating administration for monthly housekeeping audits.
Coordinating inductions for new starters.
General office duties including stationery orders, scanning, and hot desk bookings.
Supporting compliance responsibilities in relation to ISO14001, legal obligation compliance.
For full details of this position please download the attached job description under Job Details.
The successful candidate must be educated to NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Business Administration (or equivalent) / have equivalent experience and be;
Experienced in providing admin support in a similar-sized organisation.
An advanced user of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, databases).
A clear communicator with strong organisational skills.
Collaborative, detail-oriented, and committed to delivery.
It would be great if you also:
Hold an IT-related qualification.
Bring a proactive approach to decision-making and continuous improvement.
Have experience in using D365.
Have an awareness of the ISO14001 regulations.
Please note this role is fixed term until the end of February 2027.
At CPI, we offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, this includes:
Up to 36 days holiday, including bank holidays – Plus a holiday purchasing scheme
Generous pension scheme
Life assurance and accident insurance schemes
Flexible working
Learning and Development Opportunities
Free parking
Find out more about our culture and benefits.