Job Description

PLEASE NOTE This role will be based five days per week on-site in our Stratford office, minimum 30 hours per week (working hours negotiable). Please do not apply if you are unable to commit to five days per week in the office.

Overall Purpose

Our story begins in 2013: Get Living started by creating its own industry, Build to Rent. Although we are now a much more mature company, our entrepreneurial spirit as strong as ever. We create brilliant, big-city neighbourhoods, each unique and compelling in their own right. Our vibrant communities connect people and create lasting social, environmental and commercial value.


This role will be the representative of Get Livings Celebration Avenue office and will ensure the smooth running of office operations. We are seeking an individual who is enthusiastic about developing their Procurement skills as you will also be providing administrative support to the Head of Procurement.

Key Relationships

Internal

Head of Procurement, Business Support functions

External

Couriers, Contractors, Suppliers.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

To represent Get Living as the first point of contact for the Celebration Avenue office. Communicate effectively with visitors, colleagues, couriers, suppliers and contractors; welcoming all visitors with a warm and friendly approach and in a professional manner. Respond to office queries autonomously, whether in-person or email. Manage the offices day-to-day requirements; be aware of all office operations and uphold general oversight of health and safety and compliance measures. Communicate effectively with all relevant parties to ensure a smooth running of operations. Undertake regular compliance inspections of the office to ensure all health and safety systems are always fully adhered to and ensure issues are dealt with immediately. Order office consumables and raise purchase orders on the P2P system. Receive deliveries including lift and move parcels (manual handling), open and distribute post and arrange couriers. Prepare the offices meeting rooms and event spaces ahead of meetings and events. Support the HR team with the effective induction of new employees. Maintain company and procurement databases. Any additional / ad-hoc support as required by the Head of Procurement.

Qualifications & Experience

Strong customer service and administrative experience in a similar office-based role.

Key Skills & Competencies

Highly organised and efficient. Good multitasker, with the ability to prioritise and manage own workload . Diplomatic and professional in approach, able to communicate and deal with people at all levels with tact. Team player with a flexible and proactive approach to work. High levels of discretion and understand the need for confidentiality. Able to build rapport both internally and externally. Confident working knowledge of Microsoft Office software to include Word and Excel, with the ability to pick up new systems quickly.

Note

- this is a summary of the main duties of this position. The Company reserves the right to require the role-holder to undertake such additional tasks or duties as may be within their capabilities and abide by all reasonable rules and instructions given by the Company.

Get Living Commitment

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Health and Safety

Get Living is responsible for providing a safe and healthy environment for all employees, residents, commercial occupiers, service providers, and visitors who may be affected by its undertakings across its portfolio.


We are committed to continual improvement of performance, recognising the importance of investing in the health and welfare of our Employees by providing a physical and social working environment which is conducive to maintaining a healthy, fit and highly motivated workforce.


We encourage a positive health and safety culture by actively promoting occupational health and safety through the provision of information, training, instruction and supervision. Through ongoing consultation with employees, partners and suppliers everyone is enthusiastically involved in managing risk and ensuring that our sites are a safe place to live, work and visit.

ESG

Get Living is committed to leading and promoting ESG initiatives as well as identifying ways to improve sustainability goals.