Administrative Assistant, Derby
Derby, East Midlands 1+ months ago
Job Description
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Type of Business: Public Sector
Location: Derby
Hourly Rate:£11.44 - £12.45 depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Length of Contract: 3 Months
Hours: 37.5
GI Group are now seeking to appoint an Administrative Assistant to our public sector client based in Derby. The Administrative Assistant will deliver an effective and competent level of receptionist and clerical support and consistently deliver a "client-focused" service which promotes good customer service and effective working relationships.
Main Duties of the Administrative Assistant:
Acting as receptionist/first point of contact for the department, dealing with routine and specialist enquiries in a pleasant and helpful manner, communicating relevant information to stakeholders, referring to others as appropriate
Answering telephone calls, taking messages and passing on accurately to the relevant departments / person
Ensuring that general office supply levels are maintained
Responsible for sorting of all incoming post and ensuring distribution to the relevant departments and ensuring that all out going post is documented. Sending post recorded delivery when requested
Promoting the image of the department, checking that notices and leaflets are up to date and well presented
Ensuring that all complaints, comments and suggestions are dealt with appropriately, in accordance with policy, resolving where possible and escalating to line manager when appropriateRole Requirements:
Educated to NVQ 3 level in a relevant subject or equivalent level of qualification or significantequivalent previous proven experience
Demonstrable experience of working in an administrative environment and working with computerised data systems
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
Clear communicator with good writing, data entry and telephone skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships
Hiring Contact: Laura Vieira
Agency: GI Group
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