Job Title: Office Administrator
Location: Reading, United Kingdom
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Base + uncapped commission
Role Overview
At Akoni Technologies Ltd, we welcome applications from individuals from both IT and non-IT backgrounds who are keen to build a career within the technology sector. Full training will be provided.
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn—someone who enjoys taking on new challenges and is keen to develop across multiple areas of the business.
This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in office management, client engagement, business operations, sales, and marketing. It is ideal for someone looking for long-term career growth within a fast-paced and supportive environment.
The Office Administrator will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office, while also supporting wider business activities including client coordination, marketing initiatives, and business development support. This is a broad and evolving role with strong exposure to different parts of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Office & Facilities Management
- Oversee daily office operations to ensure a well-organised, safe, and productive working environment
- Manage office layout, seating arrangements, and workspace planning
- Liaise with landlords and building management
- Manage office supplies, equipment, and inventory
2. Administration & Operational Support
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to leadership and delivery teams
- Maintain records, documentation, and internal trackers
- Support the onboarding of new employees and contractors
- Coordinate travel, accommodation, and logistics where required
3. Event, Client & Community Coordination
- Support the delivery of company events such as GiggleBytes, Tech Talks, and networking sessions
- Coordinate internal meetings, workshops, and stakeholder sessions
- Arrange and support client meetings, including scheduling and preparation
- Assist in hosting clients and visitors, ensuring a professional and welcoming experience
4. Business Development & Marketing Support
- Assist with business development activities, including meeting coordination and follow-ups
- Support the preparation of client presentations, proposals, and documentation
- Contribute to marketing activities such as LinkedIn outreach, event coordination, and campaign tracking
- Maintain trackers for leads, contacts, and engagement activities
- Support branding and communication initiatives
5. Employee Experience & Culture
- Act as the first point of contact for office-related queries
- Support employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives
- Contribute to building a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and work independently
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams)
- A proactive, positive attitude with a willingness to learn
Behavioural Competencies
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
- Confident and professional communicator
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability
- Positive attitude with willingness to take initiative and learn
What We Offer
- Full training and development support, especially for candidates from non-IT backgrounds
- Exposure to business operations, client engagement, sales, and marketing
- Participation in team events and networking opportunities
- Free on-site parking (Reading Green Park office)
- Free Gym
- Performance-based incentives and commission
- A collaborative, fast-paced, and supportive work environment
Working Structure
During the probation period, you will be required to work from the office to support onboarding and training. Following successful completion, there may be flexibility to work remotely on Fridays, subject to manager approval.
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