Office Assistant/Receptionist (Maternity Cover)

Competitive salary
37 hours per week
Fixed Term - 23/06/2024 – 23/06/2025
Leicester

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Assistant to join our team. As the Office Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the office, greeting visitors, and providing administrative support to the Executive Assistant along with other team colleagues.

Based on reception at our Head Office, your duties will involve:

Greeting visitors and announcing them where appropriate
Performing general clerical duties, including photocopying, scanning, etc
Type and prepare correspondence, reports, and other documents
Assist with data entry tasks
Assist with organizing meetings and events
Assist the Marketing & Fundraising department with administrative tasks
Manage the internal training process
Ensure all incoming & outgoing mail is managed effectively and within a timely manner
Perform other administrative tasks as may be required

Requirements:

Proven experience in an office or administrative role
Proficient in computerized systems, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
Excellent copy typing skills and attention to detail
Audio typing skills (desirable)
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Knowledge of basic clerical procedures and office equipment operation
Familiarity with data entry processes
Exceptional phone etiquette
Good written and verbal communication skills
Approachable, and friendly
Work well within a team or alone
Flexible, working to changing priorities

If you are looking for a fixed term job opportunity and you are a motivated individual with strong administrative skills, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Join our organisation and contribute towards enabling older people to live independently in their local communities.

Hours:                       37 hours per week Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm                    Friday 9am-4.30pm
Salary:                       Competitive
Base:                         Lansdowne House, 113 Princes Road East, Leicester, LE1 7NL
Closing date:           11/04/2024
Interview date:        W/C 15/04/2024
REF                            LPTG 28324

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