Receptionist / Administrator (part time)

Applications are invited to the above role to provide full administrative support to staff/students/visitors of the School, acting as a first point of contact for all enquiries and contributing to the effective operation of the services provided by the School Office.

We are looking for a friendly, engaging and enthusiastic individual to join the School. They must have demonstrable experience or keen interest in providing a customer-focused, high-quality service. They would be a key member of the School Operations team; receive and respond to internal and external queries; resolving problems and providing support to a range of requests. Dealing with competing deadlines, ensuring an efficient and appropriate response is provided to all queries.

Applicants must be reliable, punctual and have good timekeeping skills. To have experience of the Microsoft Office package and a willingness to learn and develop this further is essential., Disability Confident
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The School of Life Sciences holds an Athena Gold SWAN Award, in recognition of our commitment to supporting and advancing women's careers in the life sciences (STEMM). You can read more about this initiative at http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/life-sciences/documents/athena-swan-silver-award.pdf

Generous holiday entitlement plus standard bank holidays and five University closure days.
A benefits package including a contributory pension scheme and the opportunity to take advantage of salary sacrifice options, enabling you to save money on childcare, shopping, and services.
Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for exceptional work.
Support and training will be given where required and the candidate will have opportunities to develop the role aligned to their interests.
You will work in a relaxed and supportive office in the Medical School Building, part of the Queens Medical Centre between the University Park and Jubilee campuses of the University.
Candidates must have GCSE's in Maths and English at Grades A-C/9-4 or equivalent qualifications or significant previous work experience in a similar role.

The post is offered on a permanent, part time contract (29 hours per week over 5 days).