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Laboratory Administrator

We are working with a well-established organisation within the health and laboratory sector to recruit a Laboratory Administrator for their busy laboratory in Waltham Abbey.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-focused administrator to join a friendly, quality-driven team. Working in a fast-paced, regulated environment, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the laboratory by providing accurate administrative support, maintaining records and helping manage samples throughout the testing process.

If you enjoy working in a structured environment, have excellent attention to detail and take pride in delivering high standards of accuracy and customer service, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As Laboratory Administrator, your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting the laboratory with a variety of daily administrative tasks.
  • Maintaining accurate laboratory records and updating the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
  • Managing the administration of laboratory samples, including referrals, transfers and non-conforming samples.
  • Coordinating sample tracking, logging and associated documentation.
  • Producing and releasing laboratory certificates.
  • Scanning, filing and securely disposing of confidential documentation in line with data protection requirements.
  • Monitoring laboratory stock levels and placing orders with approved suppliers.
  • Responding to customer enquiries and managing correspondence through the shared laboratory mailbox.
  • Assisting with equipment maintenance records, calibration checks and temperature monitoring.
  • Raising quality documentation including non-conformances, deviations and improvement actions where required.
  • Maintaining high standards of housekeeping throughout the laboratory.
  • Supporting internal audits and quality management processes.
  • Delivering excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Participating in team meetings, training and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

  • GCSE-level education or previous administration experience.
  • Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and database systems.
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workloads effectively.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • A professional approach with a strong understanding of confidentiality.
  • Previous experience within a laboratory, healthcare or regulated environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer

  • Salary of £24,784.50 per annum
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
  • Birthday leave
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Health cashback plan
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Supportive team environment with opportunities for long-term career progression

If you're looking to join a respected organisation where accuracy, quality and teamwork are valued, we'd be delighted to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.


Location: Waltham Abbey | Salary: £24784.50 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 04/08/2026

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