We are working with a dynamic organisation in the North East that is seeking a skilled Administrative Assistant to provide essential support to their team. This is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working collaboratively, and has a keen eye for detail. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of departmental functions and maintaining high standards of administrative support.
Job Specification:
* To work effectively and efficiently to support line management in the delivery of the department’s aims and objectives.
* To maintain appropriate and robust information systems within the department.
* To maintain positive and effective liaison links with organisations and partners as appropriate.
* To support the preparation and production of a variety of quality information for inclusion in management and departmental reports.
* To ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and to ensure data security is maintained.
* To ensure relevant knowledge is up to date.
* To identify and recommend areas of potential improvement.
* To represent the function at internal and external meetings and events and take minutes when required.
* To support the activities of the function and diary management for line management where required.
* To support colleagues with their work as required.
* To attend internal and external training courses as necessary.
* To undertake any other duties as appropriate to the role.
Person Specification:
* Demonstrate good IT skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and bespoke IT systems
* Prioritise own workload whilst working to conflicting deadlines
* Demonstrate good interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise at all levels
* Input data and information accurately
* Demonstrate attention to detail
* Work on own initiative and effectively as part of a team
* Must have a valid DBS