Centre Admin / PA

Your new company Our client is a highly reputable Russell Group University based nearCentral London - this university specialises in public research. They are currently recruiting for a proactive Centre Administrator / PA on a temporary basis for an initial 3-month period on a full-time basis. Your new role To provide administrative, and secretarial support to the Centre Lead and Deputy Centre Lead, Laboratory or Centre Manager and other assigned members of staff in their execution of tasks To help organise the diary, to ensure priorities are responded to first, reminders of appointments and deadlines, ensuring there is a high level of organisation in the office and providing feedback on matters that they should be aware of. Responsible for recruitment process for staff and students in the Centre. Assist in the planning and organisation of all centre activities. Organising travel and accommodation for overseas conferences as necessary. Organising meetings and training programmes as relevant as well as room bookings. Raising Purchase Orders and Purchase Card reconciliation Responsible for and coordinating the various tasks in the Centres including: staff induction, probation, appraisals, staff access cards for the Centre, record of academic visitors, insurance cover for staff overseas trips. Other adhoc general administrative tasks, such as maintaining the office, collecting and distributing posts. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in a similar role within the higher education sector. Experience as a Personal Assistant, as well as experience in either or both HR or Finance as a minimum. Experience of diary and agenda management, and time-management. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a keen attention to detail and organisational skills., Experience managing and prioritising a varied workload, working well under pressure and a flexible attitude to work. Able to travel on-site 5 days a week. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)