Job Description

(Monday-Friday 8.30am-1.30pm, some flexibility with times)

Contract Type: Permanent, all year round (would consider term time only applicants)

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Administration Officer within the team at Citywide Services. The role will involve providing effective and efficient administrative support service to the Citywide Area team and also internal and external customers.


Previous administration experience is desirable but not essential as training will be provided. The ideal candidate will be friendly, organised, have excellent communication skills to answer phones, and provide administrative support.

Key Responsibilities:

Answering incoming calls dealing with customers and employees Provide typing, photocopying support, filing as well as any other ad-hoc administrative duties. Using Job train system to advertise / shortlist / arrange interviews Inputting information into various systems including Cypad, SAP Letter writing

Requirements:

Previous experience in an administrative or receptionist role Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications

Desirable Qualities:

Ability to prioritise and multitask effectively Commitment to providing outstanding customer service
Previous administration experience in a similar work environment

We can offer you:

Competitive rates of pay.

Save for your future by becoming a member of the Greater Manchester Pension Scheme (LGPS Employee contributory pension with employer contribution).

Vivup Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7.

Cycle to Work Scheme, to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.

Reduced Gym membership scheme.

Health and wellbeing package.



If you would like this information in a different format, please contact the Citywide Admin Team on: citywideadmin@salford.gov.uk. For any queries, please contact Beth Power, Business Support Officer, Citywide Services 0161 925 1122.



If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants


We will not be accepting candidates who require a sponsorship for this position.

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Please note this job can close at any time if we fulfil the role