Office Assistant

Job Description

Car Benefit Solutions is the leading provider of Employee Car Ownership Schemes in the UK, delivering complete solutions that span consultancy and scheme design through to implementation and fleet management. We have a strong client base in Automotive and Corporate sectors, working in partnership with 25 manufacturer brands to deliver schemes to more than 300 businesses and 2000 franchise dealerships. We are a 2 star outstanding best companies to work for and one of the top 75 employers in the North West. As well as Silver Investors in People Status, we have also won local Made in Bury Business Awards.Position: Office AssistantLocation: Bury, LancashireJob type: Full Time, PermanentHours: Mon - Fri 9-5Salary: £16,000 per annumAbout the role:To provide a professional administrative support service to assist in the smooth running of the People function, including facilities related activitiesThe Challenge Ahead:The People, Culture & Values Department is responsible for providing a transparent, open and supportive environment for all CBS people, through a comprehensive People Strategy and Plan which strengthens the business’s core values and culture in alignment with the corporate objectives, ambitions and goals.Responsibilities:- Providing office support to the Department and the wider business- Supporting the People, Culture & Values Team in a variety of admin tasks relating to the smooth running of the people function- Greeting visitors to the premises, presenting a professional image of CBS at all times- Responding to internal and external telephone calls in line with CBS standards, dealing with queries in a customer centric manner- Collecting, sorting, distributing and franking post on a daily basis- Ordering supplies and equipment from preferred suppliers and ensure tidiness of stationery cupboard- Booking travel and accommodation for colleagues- Arranging meetings and booking rooms, refreshments and car park spaces as required • Updating internal systems and keeping accurate records- Carrying out various administrative tasks including filing, sending and responding to emails, typing of documents and data input- Ensuring that the standards of the office space is maintained at all times- Completing various HR administrative tasks including those relating to file management recruitment, onboarding and L&D- Ensuring all personnel files are accurate and up to date- Updating the HR software as required- Assisting in the planning of small and large company events- Making external bookings for events and training courses- Communicating with internal and external contacts in a professional and customer centric manner- Coordinating HR wellbeing and engagement activities including fruit at work- Completing ad hoc tasks as requestedAbout you:- 5 GCSEs (Grades A-C in English & Mathematics).- A Levels or BTEC.- Professional approach to work Responsible and mature attitude Attention to detail- Organised and able to meet deadlines- Positive attitude to work- Team player- Excellent communicator with active listening skills- Reliable and excellent work ethic- Competent in the use of MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook- Previous work experience in an office based role- Desire to develop knowledge and skills within a growing and dynamic business- Ability to work in line with CBS Core Values of pride, integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and enjoymentYou may have experience of the following: Office Assistant, Office Administrator, Admin Assistant, Office Admin, Administrator, Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, Receptionist, Hospitality Assistant, customer Service, Customer Service Assistant, Customer Service Advisor, etc.Ref: 91870