Contracts Assistant

As a result of business growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Contract's Assistant to join our expanding, positive, caring, and ambitious Account Management Department based from our Derby Office. This role plays a key and active part in the Account Managing department and will provide assistance with client request/requirements, projects and admin ad hoc works. You will also be responsible for job management, liaising with purchasing dept for parts and equipment ordering, and generating reports/communications for clients with Account Managers., The role will be based in Derby, however, it will involve being responsible for the administration on key contracts based out of our other regional offices including Cardiff and Glasgow. Each of our regional offices has an experienced Senior Account Manager with whom you will work closely with to ensure success on all service points and absolute customer satisfaction.

Essential:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to Detail and Organisational skills
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and Google applications
• The ability to integrate well with other members of their teams
• Ability to pass a Barring Service clearance (DBS) check
Desirable:
• Previous experience in an administrative, assistant or equivalent position
• The ability to travel to other regional offices (Cardiff, Glasgow)
• Hold a full UK driving licence
Applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK. All roles at SMS require a DBS check; SMS Environmental will cover the cost of this if you do not already hold a valid DBS certificate.

SMS is one of the UK's leading independent Water & Air Hygiene specialists, with over 22 years' experience driving the evolution of the Water Treatment field, with innovation and best practice to ensure the safety of the people in the communities we serve. We are dedicated to hiring and developing the best out there. Committed to supporting you across your career journey, we will prioritise your needs and well-being to ensure a fulfilling career with us, where you can achieve your fullest potential and long-term career success., For more than 22 years, SMS Environmental has been one of the leading water hygiene service providers throughout the UK, ensuring the public are protected from infectious diseases that can be carried through water systems. We provide essential services to an array of domestic and commercial clients including water testing, risk assessments, air sampling and air conditioning maintenance. Our extensive skills and expertise in infection control and systems management have given us a key opportunity to drive the design and standardisation of Water Treatment education and training used throughout the industry today. We work closely with City & Guilds, CIBSE (CPD) Accreditation Board and UKAS to create, review and enhance modern water hygiene training course contents, materials and assessments to ensure they are fit for purpose and set high standards for the whole sector to aspire to. All SMS employees are trained to the highest standard using a range of in-house training and external learning programmes that are accredited by City & Guilds. SMS Environmental has been awarded the Investors in People accreditation since 2011 and Newsweek has rated us as one of the top UK top 100 Most Loved Workplaces. As we continue to invest in our employees by supporting individuals to achieve their next step within their career, we offer you a long and rewarding career path. SMS Environmental employs over 215 people from water treatment engineers and plumbers to office staff across our 4 nationwide offices based in Harwell, Derby, Cardiff and Glasgow.

Why join us? SMS Environmental Ltd prides itself on its commitment to supporting our employees in their personal growth and wellbeing. We offer:
• 30 days holiday including bank holidays
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Enhanced sickness, maternity & paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Plan including a 24/7 free confidential helpline
• Employee discounts and cashback savings
• Extra bonus holiday for birthday on completion of 2 years' service
• Private medical care plan or cash alternative on completion of 2 years' service
• Free Financial Guidance (remote)
• Free Travel Guidance (remote)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme (through salary sacrifice)
• Nursery Voucher Scheme (through salary sacrifice)
• Personal development plans
• Support to gain further training and qualifications