Personal Assistant to Operations Manager - 11559

1
South West
Exeter
Manley House
Staff Grade 3
Permanent
Part Time
Administration / Corporate Support
£22,792 (pro-rata)
Working in a fast paced environment you will be the initial point of contact providing executive support to the Operations Manager. You will have the ability to carry out a combination of assigned tasks, some unsupervised, and will be used to dealing with confidential and sensitive materials and issues. The work includes but is not limited to; diary management, preparing meetings, minute and action taking, managing a forward look system and organising and developing a variety of data and information. You will also be responsible for arranging travel and accommodation in line with budgetary guidelines.
NEAS oversee the effective management of environmental risk on our Flood Risk Management projects and identify and deliver environmental enhancements that leave a better place. You will play an important role in providing an administrative and business support service, ultimately helping the Agency reduce flood risk to 300,000 homes by 2021.
You will be excellent at building and sustaining working relationships as well as working in teams. You’ll be well organised, able to manage yourself and your own workload effectively whilst working under your own initiative. You’ll have good written and spoken communication skills. You’ll be able to act as an initial point of contact, communicating and filtering information so it is conveyed accurately, efficiently and in a timely manner.
You’ll have experience of giving excellent customer service primarily working as a PA or in a similar role.
You will possess effective communication skills and be able to build strong networks with other areas, national teams and organisations.
You will be able to pick up new IT systems quickly and be competent in using IT services such as Microsoft Office programmes (for example Outlook, Word, Excel etc.).
• The role will be on a part time basis working 22.2 hours each week. Days and hours are flexible and will be agreed to suit the right candidate.
• More information about the role and application process can be found in the candidate pack.
• If you have any questions about the role, please contact rhianne.locke@environment-agency.gov.uk
• Interviews to be held on the 29th and 30th July.

21/07/2019, 23:55 hours

Basic Check
Achieves Results
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
Communicates Effectively
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.

This Vacancy is closed to applications.