Your new company

An organisation based in Battersea are recruiting for an Office Assistant to join their team on a temporary basis. The temporary position is for 3--6 months with a view of going permanent for the right candidate. You must be immediately available to start. The working hours are 09:00-17:30. You will be required to work from the office Monday- Friday.

Your new role

Your new role will be responsible for ensuring the office environment is maintained to a high standard.

You will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Greet visitors, manage sign-ins, and maintain a professional front desk.
• Prepare meeting rooms with refreshments, stationery, and equipment.
• Assist with scheduling and keeping shared calendars updated.
• Monitor and reorder office, stationery, and kitchen supplies.
• Keep communal areas tidy, safe, and compliant with standards.
• Help organise team events, celebrations, and socials.
• Sort incoming post and manage outgoing mail or courier services.
• Report issues with office equipment or building maintenance.
• Support onboarding of new starters with desk set-up and welcome packs.
• Log receipts and small purchases for office supplies and snacks.
• Provide flexible support to colleagues and managers as needed.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to succeed in this role you will need to have proven support experience. You must be able to work with a high energy level and have solid organisation abilities. You must work with a high degree of professionalism and be able to manage multiple priorities. You need to have exceptional written and verbal communication skills and have excellent time management skills. You need to be a team player and be able to work flexibility to the needs of the business while also operating with high levels of customer service.

What you'll get in return

In addition to a competitive hourly rate, you will be paid weekly through an efficient online timesheet process and will also receive expert advice from a Hays consultant providing support and guidance throughout the duration of your contract. This is an excellent opportunity to utilise your skills and gain hands on experience in a large and busy working environment. You will receive bespoke in-house training and will be closely guided to your success.

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.

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