Finance & Office Administrator

Working as part of the Finance and Operations team the ideal candidate will provide efficient administrative support to the project delivery staff at the Centre for Sustainable Energy. The post-holder will work closely with staff across the organisation and will develop and maintain effective communication and working relationships with colleagues.

Pay and conditions

• The role is full-time (37.5 hours per week).
• The salary for the role will be £25,953 - £28,520.
• You will be entitled to 25 days paid holiday (plus statutory holidays).
• CSE offer a range of benefits including salary sacrifice childcare vouchers, subsidised bike purchase and Tech Scheme.
• We will pay fees and expenses on relevant training courses.

Specific responsibilities

An applicant appointed to the role will be expected to:

•  Answer the phone and take accurate messages.
• Sort incoming and outgoing post.
•  Maintain adequate stock levels of stationery, office equipment and refreshments.
•  Oversee the IT and telecoms workstation set up for staff.
•  Organise staff travel and events.
• Administer petty cash and banking as required.
• Assist with the recruitment process, liaising with candidates as necessary.
• Undertake other activities as required by the Director of Finance and Operations, the Chief Executive, and Senior Office and Recruitment Administrator.

To see a more detailed list of responsibilities please see the supporting documents attached. These documents are also available to download from our website.

All CSE staff receive training and are given study time to complete the NEA City & Guilds in Energy Awareness.

Essential attributes for this role include:

• Experience of working in, overseeing and organising a busy office environment.
• Front-of-house experience.
• Ability to maintain and organise effective electronic and manual filing systems.
• The ability to develop fruitful relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft software and packages including SharePoint, Teams, Outlook and the Microsoft Office suite.
•  IT know-how for basic workstation and telecoms set up and simple problem solving,

A standard DBS check may be required for this role.

How to apply

Please complete the application form available to download from our website, along with other supporting documents. CVs and cover letters will not be considered. Your application should demonstrate how your skills and experience relate to the essential and desirable attributes listed above and on the supporting documents for the for the role.

The closing date for applications is midday, Monday 12 February 2024. If you haven't heard from us by Wednesday 14 February 2024, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Interviews will take place on Monday19 February 2024.

Please note, we may close applications sooner should be find a suitable candidate.

If invited to interview, we will ask you to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.