Job Description

About Us: Battens would not be able to deliver an exceptional service to clients without our talented and hardworking staff. We recognise the hugely important role they play in the ongoing success and development of our business. Battens has a 300-year history, but it is a forward- thinking firm.


Staff are truly valued at Battens which means they stay with us long-term and build their futures here.

Position:

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First point of contact for all visitors to the Poundbury office, providing a friendly and welcoming service. Providing all round secretarial and administrative support Liaising with clients and answering basic queries Diary management Health and safety champion for the site, full training will be provided. Scanning and file closing. Maintaining filing and record systems Managing incoming and outgoing post Office support including ordering and replenishing consumables, and maintaining communal areas

The role will be based on reception as it will include office management duties such as ordering stationery, meet and greeting of clients, health and safety and controlling and balancing petty cash. You'll play a vital role in office support, including restocking and replenishing consumables, keeping the communal areas organised and maintaining the coffee machine, liaising with the Facilities team as required.


We are currently recruiting for 2 Receptionist and Office Administrators for our busy and successful Poundbury office.

Working Hours

: This is a part-time position, with hours divided between two job share partners. Each partner will work 3 days per week with a cross over day on a Friday.


Job 1 - Monday, Tuesday and Fridays.


Job 2 - Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays.


9am-5.15pm on all days.


Please note due to the nature of this role hybrid working is not available.

Requirements:

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Can work under pressure Be able to communicate effectively Ensure that the client's best interests are always served Excellent typing skills IT skills are essential.

Other information:

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We reward our staff for their dedication and expertise with a broad package of benefits:

life assurance from the first day of employment a salary sacrifice scheme or a group pension where Battens pay in 4% income protection holiday - 23 days per year, increasing to 30 days with length of service a range of discounted legal services provided by Battens, including free conveyancing generous staff recruitment bonus scheme everyone has an extra day's holiday on their birthday access to mental health services, including therapy sessions employee assistance programme

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