Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Edinburgh, is currently looking to recruit a Business Support Assistant for an initial 3 month contract on a rate of £15.24/hour (PAYE). This role will be office based.
Responsibilities:
- Ensuring visitors are offered refreshments, signed in, advised of location of facilities etc.
- Responsible for ensuring the office is presentable, tidy and well maintained. Liaising with external suppliers when necessary (cleaning company etc).
- Responsible for ensuring that kitchen areas are presentable, well maintained and fridges and cupboards regularly cleared and cleaned.Ensuring recycling is separated and sorted.
- Arranging courier services for colleagues when required.
- Maintaining stationery and general office supplies – conducting regular stock checks.
- Supporting internal meetings, arranging dates, circulating agendas and papers when directed.
- Assisting the Finance team in preparing and processing expense claims and purchase orders.
- Providing support to the Procurement Manager, including maintaining databases and scheduling training.
- Managing the main enquiries inbox and answering all e-mails in a timely manner.
Essential Skills:
- Educated to HND level
- Commitment and desire to study towards relevant business administration qualifications.
- Able to work calmly and efficiently whilst under pressure.
- Able to produce quality work with excellent attention to detail.
- Able to take personal responsibility and accountability.
- At ease with technology and willing to learn.
- Microsoft Office experience in an educational or vocational environment.
Desirable Skills:
- HND (relevant business field)
- Degree
- Customer service experience.
If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch.