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Form of work
SalaryLocation
Brighton, United Kingdom
Hours
Full time / 36.5 hours Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need). Core working hours are 09.00 – 17.00 Monday to Friday but the role may require weekend working and some evenings. This role is not a hybrid position.
Salary
Starting at £23,144 to £24,248 per annum, pro rata if part time
Contract Type
Fixed Term Contract
If you are experiencing any issues using our application portal or require additional support, please contact us on recruitmentadministration@sussex.ac.uk or call on 01273 873743
About the role
As a Summer Assistant you will have general responsibility for assisting with the co-ordination of our busy summer programme, acting as a point of contact and link between staff members, internal departments, conference clients and our summer school customers. You will assist with the co-ordination of clerical and administrative work, ensuring that the processes and services for which we are responsible operate smoothly. The role is customer facing with a focus of offering the very best service to our summer customers.
About you
We are looking for a person that is passionate about delivering excellent customer service, with effective planning and organisational skills. You will be able to organise your own workload and priorities, communicate effective both orally and in writing, and be confident to work with colleagues and customers to provide information and respond to questions and queries. You will have an ability to work flexibly within a small team and also on your own initiative, with competent IT skills to effectively manage your own workload. Above all, we are looking for team player.
About our team
The Conference and Events team are a lively and dynamic team. No two days are the same, but the team adapt to the needs of internal clients, external conference guests, VIP visitors, staff, students, and summer schools. Summer is an incredibly busy period and we look forward to welcoming someone who is committed to supporting the team in delivering excellent customer service on our beautiful campus in the South Downs.
Why work here
Our University is situated just off of the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are easily accessible by public transport; a 5-minute walk from the train station and bus stops within the campus. We have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to cycle to work with our offering of a cycle to work scheme.
Sussex is a renowned, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are faculty, a student, or a member of a Professional Services team, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.
The benefits that you will receive from day one:
- Generous pension scheme available.
- Discounts of public transport, Cycle to work Scheme, and special rates in hotels in Brighton and the Sussex region.
- Discounts on high-street shops through our Rewards partner, along with a Cash back Health Plan.
- Considerable discount on our on-site Gym Facilities because we care about our employees’ Health and Wellbeing.
Please contact Wayne Spicer w.spicer@sussex.ac.uk for an informal chat or to answer any queries.
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Please note: The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed from the UK.
VISA SPONSORSHIP
This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
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Closing Date
April 12, 2024 5:59 PM
Benefits
The benefits that you will receive from day one; Generous pension scheme,, Purchase additional Annual Leave through our Scheme for a great home and work life balance,Discounts of public transport, Cycle to work Scheme, and special rates in hotels in Brighton and the Sussex region,Discounts on high-street shops through our Rewards partner, along with a Cash back Health Plan,Considerable discount on our on-site Gym Facilities because we care about our employees’ Health and Wellbeing.
