Job Details
Job Vacancy: Admin Support Assistant
Directorate: Law & Governance
Location: Council House, Dudley – Office Based
Salary: Grade 3
Contract Type: Permanent – 36hrs per week / 5 days
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a highly efficient and effective Admin Support Assistant to join our Legal Services team within the Law & Governance Directorate. This varied and rewarding role involves providing dedicated organisational support to a busy legal team.
Responsibilities
* Answering incoming calls
* Triage group mailbox
* Opening and preparing post
* Photocopying, scanning, and preparing bundles of legal documents
* Opening and closing case files
* Conducting compliance audits and maintaining housekeeping within the Case Management System
* Preparing the Sealing/Signing register
* Processing purchase orders and invoices
The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate
* Excellent communication and IT skills
* A proactive and highly organised approach to work
* The ability to work effectively as part of a team
* A commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering excellence in all aspects of the role.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is looking to contribute to the smooth running of a professional legal service.
How to Apply / Contact
If you require an informal chat about this position, please contact Rachel Spittle via email: Rachel.Spittle@dudley.gov.uk
Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy. Online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.
If you require support completing an online or paper application form and/or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or acl@dudley.gov.uk who can support with Digital Skills and Job Applications. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk.
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N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.
Attached documents
* Job Description And Person Specification
* Employee Benefits List.pdf
Company
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About Dudley Council
It’s an incredibly exciting time to work in Dudley Council as we embark on numerous multi-million pound regeneration schemes which will be real game-changers for the borough. In addition to the Midland Metro we also have ongoing challenges of ensuring vulnerable people across the borough receive the services they deserve. We have a ‘one council’ ethos that builds an effective and dynamic organisation which grows the economy and creates jobs, supports stronger and safer communities. We are proud to be the historic capital of the Black Country and are committed to delivering our borough vision of ‘Forge a Future for all’.
We ensure communities influence council decisions and are committed to delivering services in partnership with communities. We provide flexible and responsive service and help communities help themselves. In joining a local authority serving 320,000 residents, you will be part of a council that is ready to embrace change, aware of its key challenges, and committed to protecting, securing and transforming the lives of children, families, the vulnerable and older people. We want borough residents to have their say through our community forums and to engage in meaningful consultation.
* is ready to embrace change, providing an environment in which you will be encouraged to make your mark
* is aware of its key challenges and the need for a new energy to innovate the council
* has aligned its leadership structures and is committed to services for children, families, the vulnerable and older people
* wants borough residents to have their say through community forums
* d edicates time to meaningful consultation and listening to residents
* works with the community to encourage active involvement of residents
For more information see our Council Plan, Dudley Borough Vision for 2030, and related pages linked in the original description.
Company Info
Website: http://www.dudley.gov.uk/ | Telephone: 01384 811300 | Location: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council, Council House, Priory Road, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 1HF, GB
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