At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential admin support and be the go-to person for stakeholders.
- Company: Join Essex County Council, a supportive and dynamic workplace.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, full-time hours, and a chance to develop your skills.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a difference in local government while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and experience in a busy office environment.
The predicted salary is between 200 - 200 £ per hour.
Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Braintree District Council in recruiting an Operations Administration Assistant on an initial 6-month contract. Due to the nature of these roles, the successful candidates will be required to work on-site only.
Locations: Causeway House & Lakes Industrial Park
The Opportunity
To work in the Operations Service providing administrative support to relevant service areas and to act as the point of contact for stakeholders offering advice and assistance whilst always providing a professional and courteous service.
Role Accountabilities
- Be responsible for collating and understanding data and present to Management in a suitable style.
- Respond to all customers in a prompt, efficient and courteous manner, ensuring that queries are responded to in a timely manner.
- General Administration duties, including telephone, E-Mail, minute taking, typing, and filing for Operations.
- Provide administrative support for all the teams within Operations by providing information/advice (either verbally or in writing).
- Develop and maintain various departmental information systems, e.g. databases, spreadsheets, ensuring that up-to-date information is recorded and retrieved.
- Where requested, prepare relevant paperwork and reports, maintaining accuracy and ensuring that deadlines are met on all software systems.
- Provide support to any other tasks as required by your Line Manager. The list above is not an exhaustive list.
The Experience You Will Bring
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Experience of working in a busy office environment.
- Able to multitask and work on different tasks at the same time.
- Experience working with Microsoft Office products & CRM systems.
- Local government experience (Desirable).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong IT/Microsoft office skills.
- Ability to work as a team player.
- Pro-active approach taking responsibility for day-to-day tasks, workload and priorities.
- Good organisational skills.
- Flexible approach to work.
- Ability to prioritise a busy workload and work to tight deadlines.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
Company: Essex County Council
Salary: Up to £14.02 per hour
Location: Braintree, Essex
Sector: Corporate Services Sector: Administration
Operations Administration Assistant in Braintree employer: Kirklees Metropolitan Council
Essex County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment where employees can thrive in their roles. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to providing excellent public service, the Operations Administration Assistant position in Braintree allows for meaningful contributions to the community while enjoying a collaborative and dynamic workplace culture. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements and opportunities for growth within the local government sector.
Contact Details:
Kirklees Metropolitan Council Recruitment Team
