Administrator (Fixed Term – 6 Months)

Salary: £25,357 - £26,959 per annum plus excellent benefits

Location: Walsall, West Midlands

Contract: Fixed Term, 37 hours per week. (minimum of two days in the office, however, could be more depending on service needs)

Closing Date: 7th October 2024

Interview Date: 17th October 2024

We have an exciting opportunity for an Administrator to join our Strategy and Transformation team on a 6-month fixed term contract.

In this role you will provide comprehensive and proactive administrative support to the Strategy & Transformation Directorate providing specific assistance to the Director of Strategy and Transformation.

Main job responsibilities:

* General admin tasks including responding to queries, monitoring inboxes and supporting with diary management in a timely and professional manner.

* Assist with arranging meetings, training and other events. This will involve, booking meetings, setting out agendas and packs, arranging venues and facilitating the meeting.

* Taking notes at meetings where required and producing accurate minutes.

* Ensure appropriate arrangements are made for attendance at external events and meetings including booking travel and hotel accommodation

* Ensure relevant reports are prepared in a timely manner and are circulated and distributed as necessary.

* Assist with administrative tasks in support of the Directorate leads including liaising with colleagues and external parties.

* Provide administrative support on projects as required

* Carry out general office and clerical duties, such as raising and tracking orders, maintaining records, electronic filing and post

* Work in accordance with whg policies and procedures, always acting in the interests of whg and its customers and deliver against performance indicators and individual targets.

* Actively promote and demonstrate whg’s values.

We're looking for someone who has:

* Good standard of education; with GCSE English at minimum of Grade 4 (C) or equivalent

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills including a professional and polite approach to dealing with people

* Attention to detail

* Exceptional organisational and prioritisation skills

* Excellent IT skills which include the ability to confidently use all Microsoft Office applications

* Experience of taking accurate notes of meetings and production of minutes/actions

What’s in it for you?

Working at whg means being part of a team that values flexibility, professional development, and a positive workplace culture. We offer:

* A competitive salary

* 27 days of annual leave (plus Christmas shut down)

* Access to an annual leave purchase scheme

* Participation in the defined benefit Local Government Pension Scheme or a choice of another great pension scheme

* A health cash plan to enhance your wellbeing and claim back costs of prescriptions, eye care, dental and complementary therapies

* A range of shopping and leisure discounts

* Structured learning and development opportunities

* Automatic membership of Colleague Voice

* A friendly workplace environment and commitment to work-life-balance

About us

At whg, we are dedicated to providing affordable homes across the Midlands and creating sustainable communities. We believe everyone has the right to a safe and secure home, which is the foundation for a successful life. Our values— Trustworthy, Respectful, Accountable, Collaborative and Excellent — guide our work and our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We have been recognised as a top employer in the prestigious Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. The awards celebrate the top employers in the UK who are leading the way in employee pride, job satisfaction and wellbeing, as well as reward and recognition.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, committed to providing opportunities and support for all applicants, including those with disabilities.

Interested in joining our team? Apply Now!

Administrator