Administrator – Software Development Team (6-Month Contract)

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Administrator – Software Development Team (6-Month Contract)

Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days per week in office)
Contract: 6 months
Rate: £230–£380 per day (umbrella)

We are seeking a fluent Japanese-speaking Administrator to support a busy Software Development Team in London. This is a 6-month contract with hybrid working, offering a great opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of development operations in a dynamic corporate environment.

Role Purpose

You will provide essential administrative support to the Software Development Team, ensuring day-to-day operations run efficiently. This includes managing documentation, providing system support to business users, coordinating recruitment and onboarding, and supporting contractors and staff with administrative processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the development team and senior management.

• Maintain and update development documentation to ensure standards and traceability.

• Assist with recruitment activities, interview scheduling, offer management, and onboarding of new hires.

• Handle contractor administration, including rate revisions and certain visa-related processes.

• Monitor timesheet entries, track leave, and support resource planning.

• Communicate effectively with development team members (C# Developers, Testers, Database Administrators) and users across London and European offices.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Native-level fluency in Japanese (written and verbal)

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)

• Strong communication skills, reliability, and attention to detail

• Self-motivated, quality-orientated, and a team player

• Ability to provide support to a large team and manage multiple priorities

Desirable:

• Experience in Japanese corporate environments

• Knowledge of SQL

• Interest in finance or accounting

Qualifications:

• University graduate level

Working Arrangements:

• Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the office in London

• Early morning, late night, or weekend work may occasionally be required

• System support from home when necessary