Job Description

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This role is remote with regular in-person work at the Jubilee Sidings (DT4) and other surrounding areas in WeymouthThis role is part-time for 18 hours & 45 minutes per week and the Salary will be pro rata to the working hours

Job Purpose

To ensure the Head of Business Development is well resourced and supported to deliver objectives on time. To provide high-quality administrative and personal support, enabling focus on strategic priorities. To maintain the professional profile of Genius Within and support the performance and growth of the Business Development team. To live the Genius Within values of passion, professionalism, openness, integrity, and loyalty.

Main Duties

Manage the Head of Business Development's time and priorities, including diary management, travel arrangements, and ensuring their essential tasks are completed--not just preferred ones. Organise meetings, take minutes, distribute agendas and action logs, and coordinate internal and external diaries. Attend meetings and ensure accurate minute-taking and follow-up on actions. Assist with the creation of proposals, reports, and presentations, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. Monitor and manage email correspondence, ensuring efficient communication and follow-up. Maintain an annual calendar of core meetings and company events. Provide logistical support for Employability and Criminal Justice events and conferences, including capturing and sharing photos of attendees, job titles and organisations ahead of attendance. Conduct research and gather intelligence on new bids, tenders, and funding opportunities, including checking relevant portals (training provided). Provide reminders and updates about travel disruptions such as train delays. Support personal admin tasks such as, but not limited to, ordering prescriptions, managing children's schedules (i.e. parent's evenings and regular activities booked and added to diary), confirming child/dog care arrangements when away, coordinating private medical appointments. Understand and support the Head of Business Development's working style, including managing anxiety, periods of high energy and performance followed by low energy and capacity for social interaction tasks, and procrastination. Liaise with directors and stakeholders, requiring clear, confident communication and the ability to protect the Head of Business Development's time. Ensure the Business Development team has the necessary tools and resources, including up-to-date documents and handouts. Maintain accurate records and support compliance with company policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

Highly competent IT user - proficient in Microsoft Office (including Outlook), webinar software, databases and storage solutions. Strong ability to analyse data and produce accurate reports and spreadsheets. Advanced user of Excel (formulas, pivot tables, etc.). Confident in producing high-quality PowerPoint presentations and well-formatted Word documents. Excellent telephone manner and ability to build rapport with remote colleagues and external partners. Reliability and a supportive nature, with an appreciation for both high-level professional tasks and personal admin support.

Desirable

Experience working for an SME. Understanding of Neurodiversity. Familiarity with the Employability and/or Criminal Justice sector. Competence in CRM software (e.g., HubSpot). General Responsibilities Maintain own CPD and stay up to date with relevant knowledge and skills. Adhere to all Genius Within policies, including Equality and Diversity, Safeguarding, Health and Safety, and Confidentiality. Ensure secure handling of data in line with GDPR and IT Security Policies. Actively promote Genius Within's work through social media and professional networks.

This job description is intended to provide a broad outline of the main duties and responsibilities only. The post holder will need to be flexible in developing the role in conjunction with their line manager. The post holder may be asked to carry out any other delegated duty or task that is in line with their post.

We welcome applications in a variety of formats, including audio and video CVs. Please feel free to send these directly to

HR@geniuswithin.org

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Equal Opportunities

Genius Within cares deeply about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

Genius Within does not require disclosure to make reasonable adjustments. We ask all employees "how can we support you to work at your best" and are adept at provision of coaching, technology, flexible terms to meet this objective. Our highly successful majority disability staff team are testament to the benefits of making adjustments.

The successful candidate must undergo a basic DBS check, on the basis that the role involves contact with vulnerable adults, in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). Other relevant recruitment checks may also be carried out, including HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard and prison vetting and clearance.

Company Benefits

30 days annual leave pro-rata (with 8 additional days for bank holidays) Flexible working EAP GW Fit Club with online support and community Annual Savings Club Reflective Practice Sessions Mental Health First Aider Team Employee Resource Group Access to regular CPD events Private Healthcare Scheme Access to Diagnostic assessments Once Passed Probation*

We reserve the right to close this job posting early should we receive a suitable number of applicants, we strongly advise interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. However if you are interested in the role and require time to complete until the deadline, please let us know

Interviews for this role will be held in-person at the Jubilee Sidings (DT4) on 1st & 4th August Ideal start date is the 1st September 2025

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 18.75 per week

Benefits:

Work from home
Application question(s):

What is your current notice period? Are you able to reliably commute to Jubilee Sidings, Weymouth (DT4) and other surrounding areas in Weymouth?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Weymouth DT4 7BG

Application deadline: 28/07/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025