Business Services Assistant

Demob: J2588

Job Title: Business Services Assistant

Location: Washington, Tyne and Wear

Salary: £26,000per year

Duration: Initial 3 month temporary contract.

Introduction:
Our client is one of the Emergency and Rescue services, Based in Washington, Tyne and Wear, They now have a requirement for a Business Services Assistant to join the existing team, The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a full range of support tasks ensuring an efficient business support services is provided to departments and staff within the Service.

This presents itself as an ideal opportunity and, although not essential, could be well suited for a person who has previously served in the Armed Forces i.e. British Army, Royal Navy or Royal Air Force (RAF), and has previously worked within an Administration/Clerical environment.

Responsibilities:
– To provide a full range of administrative and clerical services including; photocopying, faxing, laminating, answering the telephone, distribution or correspondence, preparing letters for post and completion of forms.
– To provide cover on the reception / switchboard as required receiving incoming calls and visitors in a courteous, efficient and effective manner.
– To provide cover for the Service post system as required including receiving and logging incoming mail, collecting outgoing mail and sorting / preparing for distribution.
– To take delivery of orders and complete necessary paperwork / checks.
– To maintain confidentiality at all times with regards to handling documentation.
– To work flexibly and support other members of the business services team and departments within the resources group.

Applicant Requirements:
– Previous experience undertaking a variety of general and detailed admin/clerical tasks in a busy office environment.
– Strong communicator.
– Demonstrate effective workload planning.
– Commitment to safe working principles and Health & Safety awareness.
– IT literate, using Microsoft Office applications.
– Willing to undergo relevant CRB checks.
– Competent with both electronic/paper filing systems.

Benefits:
– £26,000 per year
– Initial 3 month contract with the possibility of being extended.
– Dayshift, Monday – Friday 0900 to 1700 hours.
– Varied working environment.