Title: Office Administrator
Salary: Marie Curie Pay Scale, aligned with AFC band 2 £22,720 per annum
Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Based: Marie Curie Cardiff hospice
Closing date: 2nd May 2024
Interview date: TBC
We are seeking a dedicated Regional Office Administrator to join our Caring Services team. This role is instrumental in coordinating administrative tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of our regional office, and supporting the Regional Manager and clinical staff in delivering high-quality care.
Marie Curie Benefits Package:
- Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
- Defined contribution schemes for Pension
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
- Introduce a friend scheme
- Help with childcare cost (T & C’s apply)
- Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
- Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
- Life assurance – for all employees
- Eye care- (under Display Screen Equipment (DSE) regulations, Marie Curie will pay towards sight tests if you use computer screens and other displays as part of your job)
- Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme
What's in it for you
- Annual leave allowance =
- England and Wales = 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
- Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility, which must be most recent continuous service immediately prior to joining MC with no breaks of service)
- Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
- Continuous Professional development – (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)
- Industry leading training programmes
- Flexible Working
- Free DBS
- Free Uniform
- Generous enhancements.
- BAND 2 Scotland & Wale
- 44% x your basic salary per hour paid for Saturdays & weekday night duty (8pm to 6am)
- 88% x your basic salary per hour paid for Sundays and Public Bank Holidays
What we are looking for:
- Excellent planning, administrative and organisational skills
- High level of discretion while dealing with confidential information
- Self-motivated with an ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
- Knowledge of general office systems such as “bring forward” diarising, filling etc
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database systems
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to self-direct, prioritise tasks, and work effectively within a team
You will act as the central liaison for the regional team, managing inquiries and facilitating internal communication. Provide comprehensive secretarial assistance, including drafting correspondence, reports, and meeting minutes. Establish and uphold efficient office systems to ensure timely completion of administrative tasks. Coordinate all aspects of meetings, from documentation to catering arrangements. Arrange travel and accommodations as required for the regional team. Maintain professional communication with internal departments and external parties while upholding confidentiality. Support the implementation and compliance of health and safety procedures within the region. Assist in financial monitoring and reporting to ensure adherence to audit requirements. Manage personnel administration, including HR records maintenance and training coordination.
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To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie
For more information or an informal chat please contact our Administration Supervisor Joanna Everson on joanna.everson@mariecurie.org.uk
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.
We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk
This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Standard criminal record check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.
Every day of your life matters – from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left.Everyone knows our daffodil, but it’s our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.
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