​Our client, based in West Midlands, is currently recruiting for an Administrative Assistant on a temporary contract for three months, working within the Property Services division. Our client is proud to have more than 600 employees and a growing portfolio of properties and services as well as managing and looking after 21,000 homes.

The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years’ experience in the sector, however this requirement can be flexible.

Duties will include (but not limited to):

• Assist in the administration and support services for the day-to-day running of the Property Services department

• Work effectively with the team planners to support the service and arrange work appointments

• Cover administrative duties for the service, including filing, note taking within meetings, maintenance attendance records

• Update spreadsheets and Excel trackers accurately

• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers, including via telephone and email enquiries

• Ensure works are completed to a high standard and within timescales

Experience required:

• Experience within a similar role with a repairs/maintenance setting

• Hold a full UK Driving License

• NVQ/BTEC qualifications

• Numerate and literate to GCSE ‘C’ standard or equivalent

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Able to manage a workload with competing priorities

• Willingness to attend and successfully compete appropriate training courses

• Managing a workload with competing priorities

• Completion of appropriate training courses

• Communication and customer service

• Establishing strong relationships with Stakeholders and colleagues

• Decision making and working to targets and deadlines

• Health and Safety awareness

Working hours:

• 37.5 hours per week

• Monday - Friday 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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