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Senior Administrator

Forth Ports is one of the UK's largest and most dynamic port operator groups, playing a key role in connecting the UK with Europe and beyond. As a multimodal ports’ owner and operator, we are at the forefront of delivering innovative port-related services. With our recent pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero status by 2042, we are committed to sustainability and driving the expansion of the UK's renewable energy sector, particularly offshore wind. Now is an exciting time to join our team as we embark on this transformative journey towards a greener future.

Important Information
Location: Forth Ports Grangemouth, Forth Ports Ltd, Carron House, Dock Road, Grangemouth, Scotland, Stirlingshire, FK3 8TY
Date Posted: 14th March 2025
Closing Date: 19th March 2025
Industry: Logistics & Transport
Job Type: Full time
Salary: From £30,000.00 Yearly to £35,000.00 Yearly

About the role

We are looking for a highly organised and capable Senior Administrator to join our Pensions and Insurance team, based in Carron House, Port of Grangemouth. In this key role, you will provide comprehensive administrative support for all of the Group’s insurance activities. Working closely with our Head of Risk & Pensions, internal stakeholders, insurance brokers and loss adjusters, you will ensure efficient claims handling and the timely resolution of day to day queries.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive administrative support for all insurance related activities.

  • Assume responsibility for monitoring and responding to insurance queries both via telephone and the shared email inbox.

  • Support the Head of Risk & Insurance with progressing claims notifications.

  • Work collaboratively with other colleagues in the Group to ensure accurate information is obtained to support the investigation and timely resolution of claims.

  • Assist in gathering and preparing data for the annual insurance renewal process.

  • Maintain accurate records and ensure all insurance data is up-to-date and compliant.

  • Address and help to resolve all insurance related enquiries promptly and effectively.

 

What we’re looking for:

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team who takes great pride in delivering high-quality work. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a strong sense of ownership in their tasks, ensuring excellence in every detail. You will be comfortable working independently, showing initiative and self-motivation, while also being a collaborative team member.

 

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Demonstrated administrative experience, preferably in an insurance environment, however full training will be provided.

  • Previous experience in a supervisory role.

  • First class organisational skills and a proven ability to prioritise work efficiently and multi-task to meet set deadlines.

  • Meticulous attention to detail with a strong focus on precision and accuracy.

  • High level of competence in the use of MS Office suite, and ability to produce and deliver documentation to a professional standard.

  • Excellent communication skills to effectively build and promote positive working relationships with colleagues across the Group and with external stakeholders.

  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding of insurance and liability in a business context.

  • Full UK driving licence.

What Forth Ports can offer you:

At Forth Ports, our people are our priority, and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and supportive working culture. As part of our team, you will enjoy:

  • A competitive salary.

  • Generous annual leave entitlement.

  • Defined contribution pension scheme and life assurance.

  • Health promotion events and employee wellbeing initiatives.

  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family.

  • Cycle to work scheme and on-site free parking.

  • Attractive Family Friendly Policies.

  • Employee discount platform offering discounts on UK-wide restaurants, car rentals, and holidays.

  • GymFlex health club memberships.

 

We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

 

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced Senior Administrator and want to be part of a forward-thinking and supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter when submitting your application via the ‘Apply Now’ link.

What you will need

Required criteria

  • Demonstrated administrative experience in a professional work setting
  • Previous supervisory experience
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • High level of competence in the use of MS Office suite

Desired criteria

  • Previous insurance experience would be preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided

Forth Ports Group

"As sure as the tide " - 50 years and counting – delivering outstanding results, on all manner of projects. Customers from around the world rely on our expertise to realise their ambitions.
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Over our 50 years of experience we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies. The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries. Our people have played a significant role. They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long term agreements with many customers that we have today.

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Welcome to Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London. A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development. Don’t just take our word for it; view the “Some of our People” section and the video below to gain insight into the kinds of jobs our employees do, how they’ve grown with us, and what motivates them each day. The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast paced as we identify new business opportunities.

Our benefits

We are committed to creating a positive working culture for all employees, as well as a good work-life balance. Here are just some of the benefits of working for Forth Ports.

Vacation, Paid time off

Paid sick days

Retirement plan and/or pension

Employee discounts

Gym membership or wellness programs

Cycle to work

Competitive salary

Employee Assistance Scheme

Senior Administrator

"As sure as the tide " - 50 years and counting – delivering outstanding results, on all manner of projects. Customers from around the world rely on our expertise to realise their ambitions.