Administration Assistant

Do you have demonstrable experience in an administrative role?

Metropolitan are currently recruiting an Administration Assistant to provide an efficient administrative support service to Development Services, and to assist them to deliver their business plan.

Working closely with the PA to Direct of Development & Strategic Asset Management and Director of Compliance & Projects, the successful candidate will provide administrative and secretarial support to Development Services, and will liaise with a number of internal departments to provide an excellent customer focussed service, acting as first point of contact.

Key responsibilities include providing a comprehensive administrative function, collating and reporting of financial transactions and payment information, maintaining records and up to date information on a housing software package. Other aspects of the role include managing electronic diary systems and taking minutes at monthly meetings.

We are looking for a highly organised and approachable individual with the ability to prioritise a busy workload in a large team setting. You will demonstrate a high standard of literacy and numeracy along with excellent computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Excel.

For a full list of the responsibilities and person requirements please refer to the job profile. When completing your application, please ensure your supporting statement addresses how you meet each of the essential criteria.

Benefits include a base entitlement of 25 days paid annual leave plus eight English Public Statutory Holidays. Metropolitan also offers a contributory pension scheme and a range of flexible benefits including (but not restricted to) dental insurance, a health cash plan and critical illness cover.

Metropolitan employees also have access to a voluntary benefits portal which offers a wide range of discounts on products and services such as travel and high street vouchers.

So, what are you waiting for? You could begin your own unique and rewarding experience at Metropolitan today!

Please note this role is a fixed term contract position until 31/05/16.

Closing date: Wednesday 22nd July at 11pm. Please note that Metropolitan reserve the right to close this advert early should a sufficient response have been received.

Face to face

Metropolitan supports flexible working and welcomes job applications / proposals on that basis.

Metropolitan is a leading provider of integrated housing services, care and support and community regeneration. We manage over 38,000 affordable homes for rent and sale to those with greatest need, along with a range of care and support services. In total, we provide a diverse range of service to over 80,000 customers across London, the East of England and the East Midlands.