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Overview of salaries statistics of the profession "Learning And Development Assistant in UK"

27 000 £ Average monthly salary

Average salary in the last 12 months: "Learning And Development Assistant in UK"

Currency: GBP USD Year: 2024
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Distribution of vacancy "Learning And Development Assistant" by regions UK

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As you can see on the diagramm in UK the most numerous number of vacancies of Learning And Development Assistant Job are opened in . In the second place is Scotland, In the third is Guernsey.

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Personal Assistant to the Directorate of Overseas Bases
Ministry of Defence, Northwood
Details Reference number 320221 Salary £24,040 Posts based in London will attract the relevant London weighting. A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Job grade Administrative Officer E1 Contract type Permanent Business area MOD - Strategic Command - Directorate of Overseas Bases Type of role Administration / Corporate Support Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time, Compressed Hours Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Northwood Headquarters About the job Job summary Created in 2018, Directorate Overseas Bases (DirOB) was formed as a new 2* Directorate within UK Strategic Command. Enabling and promoting the UK’s global interests, the overseas bases, global hubs, supporting units and organisations are valued and resourced as a strategic capability with a budget of circa £350m. DirOB is an integrated military and civilian team responsible for the operational command and management of the UK’s Permanent Joint Operating Bases – British Forces Cyprus, British Forces Gibraltar, British Indian Ocean Territory and British Forces South Atlantic Islands – and Supporting Unit in Singapore as well as the still increasing Global Strategic Hubs (Cyprus, Gibraltar and Oman). In addition, DirOB are responsible for a number of smaller units and organisations including the UK’s conventional arms inspection team, JACIG, and the Global Support Organisation. DirOB HQ is based at Northwood Headquarters comprising of a whole-force team delivering policy and military advice, financial and corporate governance, programmes and strategic planning, making for a uniquely rich and all-encompassing environment. This post is a challenging Personal Assistant (PA) working directly with Senior Civil Servants (up to 2*), line managed by the Military Assistant (OF3), in an ever-changing and expanding Directorate. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job description The applicant will be expected to provide secretarial and administrative support to the Senior Leadership team of the Directorate of Overseas Bases to ensure the smooth and effective running of the office in a fast-paced operational level Headquarters, liaising with both military and civilian colleagues daily. The successful candidate needs to demonstrate the following personal qualities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build a positive rapport with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. The ability to use initiative, work independently and proactively to identify issues and solve problems. Experienced at organising and coordinating multiple tasks to tight deadlines with high quality results. IT-literate with experience and confidence using Microsoft 365 Suite and other tools. Be discreet. Previous PA experience is advantageous but not essential, flexibility and the ability to work with minimal supervision are key. Person specification The main duties include but are not limited to: Managing the diary and itinerary of the Senior Leadership Team via Microsoft Office Outlook. The PA must be able to react quickly and independently to meeting requests and diary alterations, with the ability to recognise their principals’ priorities and plan ahead to maximise efficiency and achieve short-notice deadlines. Liaising with internal and external stakeholders across various time-zones and facilitating all the appropriate equipment, rooms and venues. Compiling comprehensive briefing packs and agendas prior to meetings and distributing in a timely manner. This will involve maintaining, storing and recording relevant documentation and emails for both principles in accordance with Information Management and security policies. Coordinating administrative support for visits, conferences and meetings. The PA will also be required to organise travel arrangements and accommodation bookings, researching cost-effective options, and create briefing packs containing visit instructions, relevant travel documentation, and reading material as directed. Greet and welcome host visitors, arrange security passes, book meeting rooms and Video Teleconferences. The incumbent is also required to maintain Hospitality and Gifting Registers on behalf of the principals. Upon request, the PA may be asked to undertake other miscellaneous tasks in support of the smooth running of each office such as technical support, facilitation of board meetings and team events, etc. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Managing a Quality Service Communicating and Influencing Working Together Leadership We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Delivering at Pace Managing a Quality Service Benefits Alongside your salary of £24,040, Ministry of Defence contributes £6,490 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27% The post does not offer relocation expenses. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/. The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments. MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey – we may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Candidates will be required to submit a CV and provide examples of two behaviours (Delivering at Pace and Managing a Quality Service). Following an application sift, a shortlist of applicants will be invited to interview by the Deputy Director of Overseas Bases and Military Assistant to Director Overseas Bases. The interview will examine five behaviours and examples of relevant experience. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window). See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements Open to UK nationals only. Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : Major Rosalind Jopson Email : [email protected] Recruitment team Email : [email protected] Further information Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. Please refer to the attached Candidate Information guide.
Operations and Projects Officer
Imperial College London, South Kensington
The Vice-Provost for Research and Enterprise seeks to appoint a motivated and experienced individual with outstanding project management skills to the post of Operations and Projects Officer. This is a superb opportunity for those with background in supporting projects and initiatives, and for those interested in providing secretarial and project support to project leads, managers and working groups to further their career. Working closely with the Vice-Provost, Professor Mary Ryan CBE, FREng, FIMMM, FICorr, FCGI, the Executive Officer to the Vice-Provost, Executive Assistant to the Vice-Provost and the existing Operations and Projects Officer, you will support the effective and efficient running of the Vice-Provost’s Office within the complex College and wider research and enterprise environment. Given the seniority of the Vice-Provost, you will be a significant ambassador for both the College, and the Vice-Provost, and so must be mindful of personal and organisational reputation at all times. Ideally you will also have an understanding of academic, industry, policy and enterprise environments to bring to the role. Duties and responsibilities You will be responsible to the Vice-Provost and will provide efficient administrative and project management support to a range of strategic, operational and communications activities. Working closely with relevant internal and external people, you will be responsible for gathering information to help inform effective decision-making, and prepare briefings, presentations and strategic documents. You will support the Vice-Provost’s Office with the planning and delivery of strategic projects and communications initiatives. Topics covered will be wide-ranging, and there is likely to be a high level of confidentiality in the work. You will support the Executive Assistant with diary management, meeting arrangements, managing the inboxes, event organisation and administration when required. A full list of responsibilities and essential requirements can be seen in the attached Job Description. Essential requirements Educated to degree level Experience of amassing and analysing a wide range of information and data effectively proposing options and/or recommendations Experience of providing varied and responsive administrative and project management support within a complex and busy organisation Experience of working effectively with senior / executive level staff Experience of maintaining a strict code of confidentiality Experience of organising events in a large matrix organisation Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite Ability to work well in a team setting and independently, exercising sound judgment and discretion Excellent organisational skills Excellent standards of accuracy, consistency and attention to detail Strong research skills with the ability to identify and use a range of resources to research, understand and summarise a broad range of topics Project management skills Strong written and verbal communications skills Able to deal tactfully and diplomatically with a wide range of internal and external people Further information For informal discussions about the post, please contact, Vice-Provost Executive Officer, Emily Roche at [email protected] Documents Operations and Projects Officer JD.pdf
Legal Assistant
Slater Gordon, London WCA
We are recruiting for a Senior Legal Assistant/Secretary to join our successful Clinical Negligence team in London. Supporting the wider team, we are looking for those who can produce file and attendance notes. The successful applicant will also be responsible for preparing and calculating figures for costs update letters. Other duties would include time recording and indexing documents, including preparing bundles for experts, court and barristers. There will also be a billing element to the role, checking disbursements, chasing invoices and dealing with account queries. We are looking for someone from a legal secretarial background with personal injury experience. Who are we? Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm, and our mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case. Client service is at the heart of Slater and Gordon and we take pride in the impressive headlines we generate, demonstrating our range of work and the relentless pursuit of justice by our Solicitors. At Slater and Gordon Lawyers (UK) we are inclusive. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view. We believe diversity drives innovation. So, we’re building a culture where difference is valued. Our culture motivates our employees to give their full selves to the job and invest in the company’s future. Our people see value in their work and are eager to do well in their roles. Our values ensure that all our employees are working towards the same goals. Our core and voluntary Benefits Hybrid working – 3 days per week working in the office (must live a reasonable distance to commute to the office) 35 hours per week – Monday to Friday – Flexible and agile working environment 25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays Buy and sell annual leave up to 5 days Employee Referral scheme with payments of up to £2,000 per referral Group Incentive Plan (Annual Bonus Scheme) Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App providing you with services including annual health checks, access to Digital GP’s, mental health consultations, 2nd medical opinions and much more Employee Assistance Programme where you can access free webinars for stress awareness and counselling sessions Group Income Protection which will support you with an income if you are unable to work long term, as a result of an illness or injury Health and Wellbeing Programmes and apps including gym discounts, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, meditation sessions and much more Life Assurance cover Workplace pension Benefits Hub providing discounts to over 700 services including cinema tickets, food and drink, travel and high street stores Dental Insurance Free legal help and discounted lawyer led legal services Your Professional Development We will also support and encourage you with developing your career with an award- winning law firm. We run courses across our offices and are continuously monitoring and updating the learning and development offering based on what you tell us. We can support you with your continuous professional development by providing funding for professional qualifications, attending external training courses and providing you with a range of internal learning resources. Our Values Like all great businesses, we strive to recruit the best people and uphold the highest legal standards. Our people bring something a little different. We hire people who can challenge, remove roadblocks and deliver outstanding customer service. That's why at Slater + Gordon we go further with our values. How we work is guided by the S+G Way. This means: We do what we say we will We don’t wait we create We own it, we sort it We respect and encourage each other We make time to live The S+G Way defines the specific behaviours and actions that our colleagues and our customers care about the most. We know this, because our colleagues helped to create the way, through a series of interactive workshops and interviews. For further information, please contact Please Note - Vacancies may closed prior to the expiry date displayed, subject to volume of applications received.
International and Domestic Strategy and Engagement Directorate - PA & Secretariat Assistant
Home Office, London
Details Reference number 322165 Salary £28,000 - £33,600 National: £28,000 min - £29,400 max. London: £32,000 min - £33,600 max Job grade Executive Officer Contract type Permanent Business area HO - STARS - International and Domestic Strategy and Engagement directorate (ISED). Type of role Administration / Corporate Support Secretarial Working pattern Full-time, Job share, Compressed Hours Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location 23 Stephenson Street-Birmingham, General Buildings-Cardiff, 2 Marsham Street (2MS)-London, Soapworks-Manchester About the job Job summary The International and Domestic Strategy and Engagement (ISED) directorate sits at the heart of the Home Office International System and acts as the central strategic and coordination function for the department’s engagement and partnerships with local and UK domestic partners. ISED champions the systems, steers the department through the recent International Strategy, and comprises of deep country- and region-specific expertise. ISED is a cross-cutting Directorate, with an overview of all Home Office priorities. The International Engagement Team within ISED delivers ministerial and official-level bilateral and multilateral engagement. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to develop, connect with a wide range of people and engagement structure within a high performing policy group. ISED is made up of four units: 1. Europe and Multilateral 2. Africa, Middle East and Asia 3. UK Domestic, Overseas Territories, Americas & 5EYEs 4. International Strategy and Capabilities This role sits within the newly-formed Directorate Support Team, who support corporate and business administration delivery across the whole of ISED. You will work with a small friendly team, headed by a G7 Chief of Staff. Our team values are proactivity, compassion, transparency and innovation. Our team delivers support to named teams as well as a central function that benefits ISED as a whole. We actively embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity, to enable us to reflect the communities that we serve. We provide people with the opportunity to work at pace and deliver in stretching roles. You will learn a lot in your day to day work – but we also provide excellent wider learning and development opportunities. Due to business requirements this post is not suitable for part time working. Job description This is an exciting opportunity to join the International Engagement team within ISED. The International Engagement team has responsibility for representing the department on the international stage. Our work is high-profile and can vary significantly day-to-day dependent upon international events and current affairs. This is a fast-paced and stimulating role within a supportive and friendly team. They provide opportunities to engage at the highest levels and represent the department internationally, including travel to support visits by ministers and senior officials. This is an excellent entry level roles for both domestic and international policy, diplomacy and wider civil service work. The post holder will need to build up an understanding of the foreign policy context and stay abreast of Home Office policy developments. They will be in the privileged position of looking across the full breadth of the Home Office’s international priorities so will be exposed to a wide range of policy areas. This is demanding but rewarding work and, while the post holder will be stretched at times, they will be supported by the team and wider directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to join the International Engagement team within ISED. The International Engagement team has responsibility for representing the department on the international stage. Our work is high-profile and can vary significantly day-to-day dependent upon international events and current affairs. This is a fast-paced and stimulating role within a supportive and friendly team. They provide opportunities to engage at the highest levels and represent the department internationally, including travel to support visits by ministers and senior officials. This is an excellent entry level roles for both domestic and international policy, diplomacy and wider civil service work. The post holder will need to build up an understanding of the foreign policy context and stay abreast of Home Office policy developments. They will be in the privileged position of looking across the full breadth of the Home Office’s international priorities so will be exposed to a wide range of policy areas. This is demanding but rewarding work and, while the post holder will be stretched at times, they will be supported by the team and wider directorate. This role will have the following responsibilities: PA Support to DD ISED PAs are the centre point of contact of colleagues needing to access and engage with the SCS. Local priorities and ways of working will be determined by the individual needs of your principal, but you can expect the key responsibilities of this role to be: Diary and inbox management for your principle Supporting day to day delivery through day packs or prioritisation Working with the Unit SMT to support the DD and curate messaging to your principle Working with other PAs to ensure join up across units, and with the DG PO team to ensure SCS messaging is cascaded Secretariat Assistant The Secretariat team lead on the delivery of ISEDs obligations to reply to Parliamentary Questions, Freedom of Information Requests and Ministerial Correspondence. The team proactively drafts and leads on these items to reduce the burden on ISED Policy teams and acts as the centre of excellence in ISED supporting colleagues. Within this role, key tasks would be: Daily check of PQs, FOIs and Correspondence Lead initial drafting of anything received Work with teams to upskill colleagues Understand and advise on FOIs, PQs and correspondence Delivery and management of the ISED Public Lines Pack and On Call Rota Design and maintenance a database of responses for audit purposes Management of the Home Office Diptels, in tandem with FCDO Minuting of SLT Meetings and distribution across ISED Person specification You communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with the director and You can use appropriate methods of communication over email, telephone, and face-to-face. You enjoy working with people at all levels, internal and external, to deliver results, as you will be liaising with senior officials and offices across Whitehall. You build effective partnerships and relationships both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds. You are adept at influencing and negotiating with others to achieve timely results. You exercise discretion, tact and diplomacy in managing sensitive, personal and confidential matters. Your role with involve close working with the deputy director, so you must be able to gain a clear understanding of their needs and expectations. You will need to understand the priorities of the Department and how your work supports its objectives. You are confident working with senior officials and external stakeholders. You remain calm whilst working under pressure and to demanding deadlines whilst maintaining a flexible approach. You can think on your feet and take the initiative. You can make decisions when needed and are accountable for your actions and your performance. You take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results. The successful candidate will be motivated, flexible and adaptable in their approach to work, and when required support with other tasks. It is essential that the post holder can work at a fast pace and can prioritise their work effectively. They will also need to be a good communicator, both verbal and written, and be comfortable engaging with senior management and other Private Offices across government, external and international stakeholders, law enforcement, and the voluntary sector. Essential criteria: Strong interpersonal skills to build good working relationships with both internal and external partners. Excellent communication skills (both oral and written), and the ability to juggle competing demands across challenging portfolios. Given the often-changing priorities with each country and policy area, the post holder will need to be adaptable and flexible, effectively prioritising work and often working at pace. The post holder will have the ability to take the lead on some issues. Autonomy and the ability to work as part of a small team are key requirements. Desirable criteria: The ability to demonstrate interest in international relations. Experience working on International matters is highly desirable. Experience of working with senior stakeholders on complex issues. Previous PA experience is highly desirable. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Working Together We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Communicating and Influencing Benefits Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, drives up performance and improves diversity and inclusivity. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete: A CV detailing job history/skills A statement of suitability (personal statement) (maximum 500 words) Provide evidence of the behaviour Communicating & Influencing (250 words maximum) Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. The statement of suitability should be aligned to demonstrate your skills and experience for the role and how you meet the essential criteria as detailed in the job advertisement. For guidance on how to construct your personal statement, you are encouraged to visit Civil Service Careers. Links – Statement For guidance on how to construct your behaviour examples, you are encouraged to visit Civil Service Careers. Links –Behaviours The sift will be held on the behaviour Communicating & Influencing and the statement of suitability (personal statement). The CV will not be scored. However, if a large number of applications are received, the sift will be conducted on the lead behaviour Communicating & Influencing. If you are successful at sift stage, you will be invited to an interview which will be behaviour-based questions on the behaviours listed within the advert. Sift and Interview dates Sift is expected to take place from the 16th November 2023. Interviews are expected to take place from the 6th December 2023. We will try to meet the dates set out in the advert, however on occasions these dates may change. Interviews will be carried out via video. Candidates will be required to have access to: A laptop (personal or work) with a working webcam Good internet connection Skype for Business/Microsoft Teams Further Information For meaningful checks to be carried out, individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years if the role requires CTC clearance, 5 years for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. A lack of UK residency in itself is not necessarily a bar to a security clearance and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice. When completing your application you will have the opportunity to select your preferred location(s). Please ensure you select all locations you are interested in. Candidates who are successful at Interview will be placed in order of merit per location and provisional job offers will be made in strict merit order per location preference. Provisional offers are made, as they are on condition that you successfully pass all pre-employment checks. Note for Candidates Please ensure that all examples provided in your application are taken directly from your own experience and that you describe the examples in your own words. All applications are screened for plagiarism and copying of examples/answers from internet sources. If any is detected the application will be withdrawn from the process. Further action, including disciplinary action, may be considered in such cases involving internal candidates. Providing false or misleading information would be contrary to the core values of honesty and integrity expected of all Civil Servants. If you are currently an agency member of staff working within the Home Office, a contractor or contingent worker you can only apply for roles that are advertised externally, i.e. outside the civil service. If you are eligible to apply for a role, you are required to select yourself as an external applicant and not internal when submitting your application on Civil Service jobs. This will prevent any delays in pre-employment checks should you become successful in being made an offer of employment after the Interview stage. Hybrid working is an option Hybrid working enables employees to work partly in their workplace(s) and partly at home. A hybrid working pattern may be available, where business needs allow. Applicants can discuss what this means with the vacancy holder if they have specific questions. Visa sponsorship We are unable to sponsor any individuals via Skilled Worker Sponsorship / Tier 2 (General) work visas as we do not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License. A location based reserve list of successful candidates will be kept for 12 months. Should another role or similar role become available within that period you may be offered this position. Every day, Home Office civil servants do brilliant work to develop and deliver policies and services that affect the lives of people across the country and beyond. To do this effectively and fairly, the Home Office is committed to representing modern Britain in all its diversity, and creating a welcoming, inclusive workplace where all our people are able to bring their whole selves to work and perform at their best. We are flexible, skilled, professional and diverse. We work to recruit and retain disabled staff and area Disability Confident Leader. We are proud to be one of the most ethnically diverse departments in the civil service. We are a Social Mobility Foundation top 75 employer. New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. For further information please see the attached notes for candidates which must be read before making an application. Existing Civil Servants should note that some of the Home Office terms and conditions of employment have changed. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are aware of the Terms and Conditions they will adopt should they be successful in application and should refer to the notes for candidates for further details. Transfer Terms: Voluntary. If you are invited to an interview you will be required to bring a range of documentation for the purposes of establishing identity and to aid any pre-employment checks. Please see the attached list of Home Office acceptable ID documents. Any move to the Home Office from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk Reasonable Adjustments If a person with disabilities is at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact Government Recruitment Service via [email protected] as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. Complete the “Assistance Required” section in the “Additional Requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you're deaf, a language service professional. If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the ‘Contact point for applicants’ section. Feedback Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window). See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : Home Office Resourcing Centre Email : [email protected] Recruitment team Email : [email protected] Further information If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the recruitment principles, and wish to make a complaint, then you should contact in the first instance [email protected]. If you are not satisfied with the response that you receive, then you can contact the Civil Service Commission.
Personal Assistant
BDO, London
Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy – and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We’ll broaden your horizons Playing an important support role at BDO, our Secretarial and Administration team contributes to our success by taking responsibility for planning and organisation. Their proactive approach to what we do ensures our projects operate seamlessly and co-operation remains strong across our firm. Whatever the challenge, they provide the foundations on which we can excel. Joining this team, you’ll enjoy a friendly and supportive environment – and plenty of variety to keep you on your toes. Want to play your part in our international operation? We’ll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO’s partners to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. In this new position as Personal Assistant, you will provide a full range of support in the London Audit Group (LAG) working with the Executive Assistant, and Senior Management team, as well as professional staff within the International Sector. Providing high level administrative, business and personal assistance within the department and becoming an integral member of the Business Support team. Acts as a role model, respecting confidentiality at all times. In this busy role you will: Work closely with the Executive Assistant to provide support to the International Sector, Senior Management Team as well as the Learning and Development Hub Maintain and co-ordinate diaries of senior management team as required Supporting with the co-ordination of internal/external meetings and events for the sector as well as the L&D Hub. Liaising with delegates, booking boardrooms and arranging refreshments/equipment as necessary Organise business travel, visas, hotel accommodation, preparation of itineraries, cars etc Monitor e-mails/meeting invitations of Senior Management team and reply on their behalf when appropriate Monthly billing for the team on Workday Use of CMS to maintain accurate client/target information, as well as pipeline management Performing conflict checks and client take on via Intapp Documentation creation and management, including typing as necessary Taking minutes at meetings when required and following up on actions Completion of expense reports in a timely manner Dealing with personal administration as and when required Liaising with high level Partners Liaison with the BS Hub in respect of secretarial cover within the group as well as providing support to other PAs as necessary, including holiday and sickness cover Visibility of high level confidential information and maintaining confidentiality To provide an exceptional client experience and support client initiatives within the firm, as well as being responsive and helping to create a positive impression at all touch points Provide secretarial cover within the sector and the L&D Hub as well as providing cover to the group as a whole and assisting other PAs when necessary Deal with routine enquiries and taking appropriate messages Industry research when required General administrative assistance to sector as required You'll be someone with: Experience of diary management Intermediate to advanced level user of Word, Excel and PowerPoint Exceptional spelling, punctuation and grammar Excellent communication skills To either have previous experience in, or ability to learn Outlook, Workday, CMS, InTapp. Ability to manage / prioritise tasks Fast accurate typing skills Be a proactive member of the team with a can do attitude Ability to readily understand the Group’s and Firm’s environment, the Firm’s structure and culture Ability in exercising initiative, discretion and organisation Be flexible and able to adjust quickly when priorities change Work on own initiative and be self-motivated Ability to pay attention to detail Awareness of BDO Brand, layout of documents etc Able to work in an area which is task orientated Ability to adhere to strict deadlines Ability to work within a team environment Ability to see things through from start to finish and staying on top of do to lists. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. #LI-RZ1
Administrator – Company Secretarial Assistant
JTC Group, London
Join Team JTC where your contribution will be valued. The role holder will make a contribution to the team, providing support for service delivery to UK corporates under the supervision of the line manager. You will develop and demonstrate a clear understanding of the each client’s portfolio, including risk awareness, relationship management and contractual and statutory obligations. You will also act as a first preparer of statutory documents and other documentation and prepare them for signature, following the internal JTC processes. The role will require the employee to develop an understanding of company structures and listed fund structures and develop an understanding of the principles of corporate governance and compliance and apply these principles as transactions arise. There will also be the opportunity to provide support to special projects such as AGM’s and corporate actions. This role provides an opportunity for someone with basic administration and company secretarial experience to develop their career and support will be provided to undertake the CGI qualification. Main Responsibilities and Duties Administrative support to the London Company Secretarial and Governance Team. Board meeting preparation including collation and production of board packs including the use of electronic board portals Attendance at board and committee meetings with administrative responsibilities Maintaining the records for the committees and boards Complete Banking Administration duties which include e.g. account opening procedures Organising, updating and maintaining board meeting calendars and schedules Assisting with the preparation of statutory filings and statutory record management. Client KYC and AML procedures Assist more senior members of the team, to deliver to agreed scope and timescales All administrative matters in relation to ensuring good record keeping management. Take responsibility for various other aspects of our service offering, including undertaking office administration including post administration, filing and project work as appropriate Assist with billing and cash collection / debtors process, have an awareness of recoverability and work in an efficient manner so as to minimise write-offs Any other ad hoc tasks required to support the team Good organisational capability With guidance, you will carry out your duties in a professional manner and in accordance with policies and procedures, legal/regulatory requirements, service levels and company standards to meet with business expectations, with the support of other members of the team, when required. Remain aware of the obligations for the reporting of unusual transactions and act as a guide to the Department in this respect Adhere to Risk & Associate Compliance procedures in relation to regulatory requirements and AML legislation; Adhere to CPD requirements in accordance with qualification level and in-house procedures; Adhere to JTC core values and expected behaviours; Any other duties as deemed necessary by Management. Essential Requirements Proactive self-starter High level of accuracy and excellent attention to detail Excellent planning and organisation Ability to work in fast paced environment with multiple priorities Strong problem solving abilities Collaborative Degree 2:1, or equivalent, is desirable JTC is a publicly listed, global professional services business with deep expertise in fund, corporate and private client services. Every JTC person is an owner of the business and this fundamental part of our culture aligns us with the best interests of all of our stakeholders. Our purpose is to maximise potential and our success is built on service excellence, long-term relationships and technology capabilities that drive efficiency and add value. JTC’s culture places a strong focus on the development of its employees. We value our employees’ commitment to their career and encourage and support you if you wish to pursue a professional qualification as well as providing ongoing learning and development opportunities through our Academy and Gateway programmes. Our vision for the future is driven by an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit. If you would like to join team JTC, where everyone is dedicated to continuously delivering a service beyond our clients’ expectations, please apply on line (applications will only be accepted if made through the online portal).
Deputy IT Development Manager - Oracle APEX
The Access Bank UK, Northwich CW
Deputy IT Development Manager - Oracle APEX 22.1 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a team player to join the Bank during an exciting period of growth. We are looking for a Deputy IT Development Manager to work within the dedicated IT Development team in Northwich, Cheshire. The Access Bank UK Ltd is the first Bank in London to be awarded Platinum status by Investors in People (IIP) in 2020 demonstrating our commitment to high performance through good people management and strong company culture. This means there is a focus on clearly defined set of core values and the Bank encourages a sense of individual ownership and talent development whilst fostering team spirit and career progression. We are looking for a Deputy IT Development Manager to work within the dedicated IT team in Northwich, Cheshire and this role will report to the IT Development Manager. About the role The role will be responsible for the Bank’s IT capability. Detailed analysis, design and / or development of IT applications and the feasibility of technical solutions will be required within the context of the Bank’s business objectives. This covers system design, development and implementation, and involves liaison with users and the provision of technical advice, support and consultancy. Other tasks include: Carry out development, testing and implementation of software and systems including enhancements to the OTIS application. Design, test and implement Business Objects reports and assign this work to other team members. Recommend and design solutions for related project work as well as broad system improvements. Act as technical expert for application-related activities guiding and directing the IT Development team Ensure adherence to relevant controls, regulatory requirements, and company policies Ensure that the team provides a high standard of support to members of staff for all business systems. Manage the IT Development team including conducting staff appraisals and staff development. Mentoring and equipping the IT Development team to effectively support the business. Assist the IT Systems Manager to lead on the planning and scheduling of project(s) timeline and delivery Support the IT Systems Manager to deliver of project(s) to agreed standards and timelines Participate in a strategic conversation reviewing IT and shared services performance. Lead and empower the IT systems team About you We are looking for someone with: Experience in business application design, development and support preferably with an application development background Experience of creating and executing rigorous system test plans Logical thinker with a strong ability to problem solve The ability to work under own initiative and to strict deadlines Meticulous in approach A good team player able to motivate, direct and effectively lead the team Ability to communicate both effectively, clearly and professionally both within the team and with staff at all levels in the Bank. Technical requirements: Oracle APEX 22.1 Proven Oracle 12c or above database experience. PL/SQL, Oracle APEX development. Business Objects desirable but not essential as training can be provided. Exposure to Agile and/or traditional development methodologies. Systems and UAT testing. Office Technology systems knowledge. Bank processing & procedure knowledge. Technology products & services knowledge with ability to research current industry trends, threats and opportunities. Why join IT? IT development enables you as an individual to play a key role within the bank to embrace both new and existing technologies in a creative and innovative manner, to further enhance the banks banking platform. The team work hard to collaborate and assist colleagues across the Bank to provide the very best customer experience. Why work with The Access Bank UK Ltd? At The Access Bank UK we are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential through providing continuous learning opportunities and the tools and training to help them grow. We encourage a sense of individual ownership whilst fostering team spirit and are firmly committed to the diversity of our workforce. We are proud to have achieved the Investors in People Platinum accreditation, which is recognised across the world as a mark of excellence. We are guided by our Core Values: Excellence Innovation Passion for Customers Professionalism Empowered Employees Leadership Benefits Hybrid Working Bonus Scheme Sponsored Training Employee Assistance Programme Mentoring Scheme Company Events & Awards Discounted Gym Membership Dress down Friday & Friday breakfast As an equal opportunities employer, The Access Bank UK Ltd is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Access Bank UK Ltd
Payroll and Admin Assistant
Dorking Healthcare Ltd., Redhill RH
Dorking Healthcare provides high-quality NHS healthcare and is dedicated to supporting the local community. The main aim for this role is to assist the Finance Manager in the managing, processing and recording of the companys payroll and associated functions. You will be a member of a friendly, supportive and forward thinking team, working autonomously within established procedures and ensuring accurate payment of wages within set deadlines.
Office and Accounts Assistant
Joss Search, Mayfair
Office Assistant Up to £45,000 Mayfair We have taken on a great opportunity with one of our top tier private equity clients. Based in amazing new offices in St James’, the team of about 60 people has low turnover, excellent benefits, and a strong culture. The client is looking for a candidate to join in an exciting and meaty role. Working alongside the office operations team, this role is ideal for a proficient all-rounder who is a quick learner, team player, willing, even tempered and able to juggle several balls at once. THE ROLE: Assist with office management Provide ad hoc PA support to team Maintain office handbook and guidelines Manage office accounts Assist with onboarding of new staff Process expense reports Process and file invoices Liaise with international office-based staff Manage HMRC enquires Ad hoc administrative support Having a muck-in attitude and the willingness to learn is beneficial, as is a positive approach to working collaboratively. Being ambitious and a team player with strong organisational and communication skills is ideal. THE BENEFITS Core hours are 9 – 5:30pm though flexibility is needed 25 days holiday + bank holidays 1 day WFH Free breakfast and lunch Events and socials Pension And more! This is a fantastic role and certainly won’t be around for long so please get in touch if you’re interested! Joss Search is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, passionately supporting and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building an inclusive culture, respecting our individual differences and bringing our community together. Overview Mayfair Operations & Office Managers £40k - 45k per year Permanent JN -082023-22412 Consultant Rachel Raffety [email protected]
Administration Assistant
Big Issue Group, London
Job Advert Here at the Big Issue Group we are in need of a highly organised administrative professional to perform a critical role in our Central Service team. You will provide office management and admin support to the whole Central Services and Operations team to enable them to provide high levels of service to the rest of the organisation. You will cover a wide range of tasks including Salesforce administration, maintaining intranet pages, note taking and facilitating meetings, inventory management, ordering of supplies, postage and mail outs and managing office access. Being successful in this role will enable the Central Services team to fully support our vendors, vendor support team on the frontline and the organisation as a whole to strive towards achieving its social objectives . You will need to be aware of and believe in the Big Issue Group and keen to support our social objectives, a flexible team player, fully versed in Microsoft Office suite and someone with a demonstrable eye for detail. You will also be required to open and close the office on a rota basis. The role is fully office based to enable the role holder to provide the best support possible and we are flexible as to how the hours would look. It will be 21-25 hours per week spread over either 3 or 4 days and is fixed term for 12 months. Details can be discussed with the successful applicant and will take in to account business need. For a full job description including the summary of responsibilities, skills, qualities and experience required for the role, please download from the link below. Salary and Benefits: Salary £15,000 - £20,000 pro rata per annum (depending on FTE, skills and experience) - £25,000 for Full time 1.0FTE 25 days holiday (pro rata for part time) plus bank holidays Flexible working policy Pension scheme Private Health care cover Enhanced Family benefits On-going learning and development Employee Assistance programme to support your health and wellbeing Perkpal Benefits scheme Workplace details This role will be based at the Big Issue Group Head Office in Finsbury Park Closing date – 24th October 2023 (23:59pm) - We may hold interviews for suitable candidates before the closing date. Please therefore apply as soon as possible. Big Issue Group is striving towards Equal Opportunities. We particularly welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our sector, such as women in senior roles, and people with disabilities and from Black and Minority Ethnic communities. Since 1991, The Big Issue has fought poverty by creating opportunities and supporting people to take control of their lives. Over time our organisation has grown and now The Big Issue Group consists of The Big Issue Company Ltd and Big Issue Invest Ltd (our social investment arm) and Big Issue Changing Lives Community Interest Company. For enquiries, please contact the recruitment team at [email protected]
Admin and Finance Officer RBKC612512
London Tri-Borough Councils, London
Job Summary: Salary range: £29,364 - £33,510 per annum (Pending pay award) Work location: London Hours per week: 36 Contract type: Permanent Closing date: 29th October 2023 Interview date: Week commencing 13th November 2023 About Us: In Kensington and Chelsea, we put local people and local businesses at the heart of decision-making, working in partnership with them to provide quality services that are responsive, effective and efficient. Celebrating and preserving the unique cultural and environmental character of the borough is a major focus of this department, which includes Planning and Borough Development, Transport and Highways, Libraries, Environmental Health, Community Safety and Cleaner, Greener and Cultural Services. The Role: An opportunity has become available for a Finance and Administration Officer within the Commercial Waste department. We are seeking a strong and effective team player, you will be working alongside a well-established administration team that delivers excellent customer service. You will be responsible for maintaining records, preparing invoices, and being one of the first points of contact on the phone for the department. Please refer to the Job Description for more information. About You: The successful candidate for this role will be someone who has experience in office admin and customer service, and the ability to meet deadlines whilst prioritising a busy workload, they need to have attention to detail and experience in using a wide range of I.T packages, specifically MS office and excel, they will need to show strong communication skills, be meticulous, professional, articulate, well-mannered and extremely good on the phone with customers. You must be able to demonstrate that you have worked in a busy office environment. In return, you can look forward to a package that includes a competitive salary, a high-quality pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification and job description. CV’s will not be considered for this role. Application process Please do not upload any documents, including CVs/Covering Letters or supporting statements, as these documents will not be reviewed and could result in your application not being shortlisted. You should describe how you meet the person specification requirements for the position you are applying for in Section G of the application form. Additional information We are committed to promoting equality and respecting diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a Disability Confident Employer – committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible. We engage our staff with a variety of learning types including face-to-face and virtual learning because we want to ensure our staff understand our values and behaviours, grow their skills and develop their careers. This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. We do not accept speculative CVs from any source. Please note, we will primarily contact candidates by e-mail throughout the recruitment process, please monitor your email junk / spam folder as our system generated emails may be allocated to these folders by your email settings. If you experience difficulties with the recruitment application process, please contact the recruitment team by email: [email protected]
Administration Assistant – Health and Safety
Wigan Council, Wigan
Business & Corporate Services Health & Safety, Well-being Wigan Council Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance Wigan Town Hall Library Street Wigan WN1 1DF Salary: Grade 4 , £9,527 - £10,014 per annum. 15 hours per week Your role: This new role sits within the Health and Safety Team and you will provide ongoing support in line with this role. You will work with a small team of experienced professionals and support the development of policies, procedures and systems, you will monitor the corporate incident reporting system and identify incidents that might need escalation to the team. You will deal with internal and external customers across the council and schools; operate health and safety management (ICT) systems and provide general support to the team and customers. Building on your current professional competencies, you will be required to spend time undertaking continuing professional development and in return you will gain a broad range of experience and support in development of your career. About you: You will have excellent communication and computer skills, you will be IT literate with experience of using WORD, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, MS Teams and be able to produce reports. You will be able to plan and manage your time, be able to meet deadlines and use your initiative. About us: Wigan Council has been voted ‘Council of the Year’ at the iESE Public Sector Transformation Awards and has recently published The Deal 2030, our ambitious plan for our borough. We are signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment ensuring that your service will be continuous or 'unbroken' between the supporting organisations. We are always looking for new and innovative ways of engaging with and supporting staff and this role is a great opportunity to join a forward thinking, dynamic team focussed on sensible and proportionate health and safety management. You will be working with a friendly and supportive team and will have the opportunity to work creatively and build on your existing skills, talents and experiences. Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home (My Place), the office (Our Place) or the community (Your Place). We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits click here to find out more about working for #TeamWigan. Wigan Council prides itself on equality, inclusion and promoting diversity within the borough and aims to recruit a workforce that reflects our diverse communities. We invest in training and developing our staff, in a positive learning environment, and aim to be a consciously inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everybody in the community and would particularly encourage applicants from our underrepresented groups to apply. At Wigan, applicants demonstrating our Team Wigan behaviours, is really important to us, and we do all we can to make sure that everyone feels like they belong. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process. For further information, please contact Lisa Victoria Kelsall on 07769 932634 To view the details relating to this position, please click the links below: Job Specification Privacy Notice Interview date: 22nd January 2024 salary from £9,527 contract permanent working hours part time application deadline 11 59 pm 14th Jan 2024