The good points...
"The job involves a lot of structure as you have a number of set tasks to work through on a daily basis. It’s very satisfying working through the regular list of 'to dos' and completing these on time, ready for the list to start again," says Johanna Mead who works for a community action group.
"You also get to work directly with a wide range of individuals at all levels - regular staff, management and directors, external clients and suppliers - so this can make the job varied and interesting."
"Because you know everything about the working of the organisation, there is the possibility of potential career progression," says Johanna.
"If you do a good job and are trusted and wish to move up to other roles in the organisation then you are in a good place to do this as an administrator." Many administrators use this role as a springboard to becoming a supervisor, personal secretary or office manager.