Total 24 Junior Executive level Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Salford, Greater Manchester, M7 4QJ

As a Continuing Healthcare Independent Review the post holder will work as part of a dynamic team in delivering an effective service supporting managers and staff across the Continuing Healthcare Team to deliver NHS Englands statutory function to facilitate Independent Reviews of CHC eligibility. If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today! We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out!

As a Continuing Healthcare Independent Review the post holder will work as part of a dynamic team in delivering an effective service supporting managers and staff across the Continuing Healthcare Teamto deliver NHS England’s statutory function to facilitate Independent Reviews of CHC eligibility.

In particular the post holder will provide and coordinate administrative and secretarial services; including for example, the preparation of agendas and minutes, taking appropriate follow-up action as required. Supporting the team with the management of projects, gathering information and undertaking enquires as and when is necessary for the head of department, teams and the department.

· Provide specialist secretarial/administration support and advice to the teams and/or Sector to support a number of initiatives by:



· Taking telephone calls from members of the public or their representatives either in relation to your own case load or matters for the wider CHC team. To use their initiative when dealing with phone calls and messages.



· Undertaking all administrative duties such as photocopying and prioritising mail and e-mail. Distributing as appropriate.



· Sorting and prioritising all incoming mail and e-mail, distributing as appropriate.



· Coordinate the caseloads to the Independent Chairs, taking account of availability and case complexity and clarify the appropriate type of panel members required



· Monitor that the IRP report is acted upon by the appropriate ICB Accountable Officer and CHC Lead within the appropriate timescale – escalating to the CHC IRP Manager where necessary



· Ensure all urgent and/or confidential communications are received and distributed from/to relevant parties in a timely manner.



· Organising and planning events as directed, providing all necessary supporting in local materials.



· Required to input, monitor and check data produced and required for on-going programmes and projects.



The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

As a Continuing Healthcare Independent Review the post holder will work as part of a dynamic team in delivering an effective service supporting managers and staff across the Continuing Healthcare Teamto deliver NHS England’s statutory function to facilitate Independent Reviews of CHC eligibility.

If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we needthendon'tdelay,applytoday!Wegetlotsofapplicationsforourrolesandso we sometimes have to close our posts early.Don't miss out!


This advert closes on Thursday 28 Nov 2024

Demand Planning Assistant
£23,400 plus great benefits (Work Level 6C)

12-month fixed term contract
Manchester, hybrid working, minimum one day a week in the office
5/7 working pattern, working up to 12 weekend days a year on a rota basis (find out more about our hybrid working policy at colleagues.coop.co.uk/hybrid-working-policy)

We're looking for a motivated Demand Planning Assistant to join our category team. In this role, you'll be supporting colleagues within category teams, helping to make sure that things are running smoothly, and providing high quality administrative support. This is a great opportunity for you to develop your skills, and to gain valuable exposure across Co-op's Supply Chain. It's an ideal role for someone looking to progress their career in this exciting area of our business.

What you'll do

• Support data integrity making sure that compliance to process is sustained
• Provide continued support to categories through reporting and process compliance
• Support a range of ad-hoc administrative tasks
• Work closely with the Demand Planners, supporting with range events and promotions, helping to make sure that compliance is right
• Support supply chain category management, working collaboratively with internal and external partners
• Work on a range of ad-hoc projects to support the team as required and opportunity to investigate and analyse forecasting queries from suppliers and our store teams

This role would suit people who have

• Some previous admin experience with intermediate Microsoft Office 365 skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Experience of working in an administrative role
• A high level of attention to detail
• Openness to change and a desire to learn and progress your career within the Coop
• Confident communication skills with the ability to engage with a range of colleagues at different levels

Why Co-op?

If you have the skills that we need, we can offer you a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores (as well as other discounts on Co-op products and services).

• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
  * 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
  * A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
  * Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)
  * Coaching and training to support your career development
  * Wagestream app - giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn

At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

Building a diverse environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.
We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing

Zest Optical are searching for a Mobile Optical Assistant to join a high quality, independent home eye care provider to cover the North West region.

The company provide an eye care service to those who are unable to travel to their local high street practice.

They believe that everyone should have the right to high quality eye care, and pride themselves on providing a professional yet friendly service.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Working alongside an Optometrist to provide high levels of care
• Dispensing frames and lenses to all levels, including varifocals
• Delivery of glasses and aftercare visits
• Administrative duties - booking appointments, communicating with partners etc
• Driving to and from venues
• Mon - Fri / 9am - 5pm

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Previous experience of working as an Optical Assistant
• Excellent communication skills; clear verbal and written communication with active listening skills
• Full clean driving license

Optical Assistant - Salary

• Paying up to £25,000
• Uncapped bonus scheme with £5,000OTE
• Company car provided for business and personal use
• Further added benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Zest Optical are currently recruiting for an Optical Assistant to join a lovely group of independent practices in Greater Manchester.

This is an opportunity to join a reputable team within an independent group known for offering excellent levels of care and huge opportunities for personal progression and development.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Recent refurb making for a modern environment and plenty space within the store
• Working within a supportive team, covering all areas of the store
• Opportunity to join senior leadership team, supporting with day-to-day running of practice
• Extensive opportunities for personal development (clinical & commercial)
• Flexible working arrangements available

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• A successful track record in an optical setting
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients
• Maintain the high level of customer care expected by patients of the practice
• Ability to learn and want to develop

Optical Assistant - Salary

• Base salary up to £27,000
• Bonus scheme available
• Rewarding packages with range of benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Zest Optical are working alongside a boutique independent practice to recruit an Optical Assistant into their growing team in Didsbury, Manchester.

This role presents an opportunity to work with the finest boutique brands from an international selection of designers in an environment where service and experience is the primary focus.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Based in a state of the art boutique environment
• Complete focus on patient care and making a memorable patient experience
• Access to an exclusive range of bespoke brands from across the globe
• Offering the most advanced lenses and utilising the latest dispensing technologies
• Extensive opportunities for personal development (clinical & commercial)
• 4 or 5 days/wk
• 9am - 5:30pm

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• A successful track record in an optical setting
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients
• Maintain the high level of customer care expected by patients of the practice

Optical Assistant - Salary

• Base salary up to £26,000
• Range of additional benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Zest Optical are currently partnered with a boutique independent practice in Manchester who are looking to recruit a Optical Assistant into their growing team.

The practice has built a reputation for world-class offerings in terms of product range and service, so this is an opportunity to fulfil your potential as an Optical Assistant, working with some of the finest products sourced from across the globe and delivering a completely bespoke service tailored to each patient.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Luxury setting offering a product range from the finest brands around the globe
• Access to cutting-edge lenses and the latest dispensing technology
• Complete focus on creating a unique and memorable experience
• Building lasting relationships with patients through personalised service and care
• Family feel environment with the support of an excellent team
• International travel visiting industry trade shows and partner suppliers
• Forward-thinking business with opportunities for growth and development

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Positive track record within the optical industry
• Somebody who has a passion for elite level care and service and is happy to go above and beyond
• A drive to push yourself as a Dispensing Optician, continuously looking to grow and upskill
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients

Optical Assistant - Benefits

• Paying up to £25,000
• £9,000+ bonus potential
• 9am - 5:30pm
• 1 full weekend off per month
• Accessible City Centre location
• Range of additional perks and benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

The Diagnostics Team support Integrated Care systems to deliver the diagnostics transformation, specifically supporting network formation, review of clinical pathways and implementation of Community Diagnostic Hubs. The overall objective of the team is to improve outcomes and access to Diagnostics ensuring earlier diagnosis and connected patient records.

This role will provide programme and project management support to the Senior Diagnostic Transformation Managers as well as the wider NW Diagnostic Team, Senior Managers, Directors and stakeholders.

The post holder will work as part of a team in delivering an efficient and effective administrative support to the senior members of the team.





Key Responsibilities will include:
• Undertaking all administrative duties sorting and prioritising emails from the NW Diagnostic mailbox where required and distributing as appropriate.
• Managing the NW Diagnostic electronic diary for the team, including arranging and changing meetings prioritising these as appropriate.
• Organising and planning events and meetings as directed, providing all necessary supporting materials and papers
• Plan and co-ordinate appointments , including rearranging and prioritising as appropriate.
• Organise travel arrangements for the wider team, booking rail and accommodation in line with policy
• Prepare agendas, take minutes, track and follow up on actions and distribute notes of meetings.
• Purchase orders and invoices on Oracle.



The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you’ll usually need to be paid the ‘standard’ salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on theGovernment website.

In response to the Carter Reviews diagnostics work team was introduced, however following the Mike Richards review further investment was secured to increase the team size to manage the increased outputs for Diagnostics including delivery of Community Diagnostic Centres as well as the diagnostic pillar transformation. This role is part of the newly expanded team.

The Diagnostics Team support Integrated Care systems to deliver the diagnostics transformation, specifically supporting network formation, review of clinical pathways and implementation of Community Diagnostic Hubs. The overall objective of the team is to improve outcomes and access to Diagnostics ensuring earlier diagnosis and connected patient records.

This role will provide programme and project management support to the Senior Diagnostic Transformation Managers as well as the wider NW Diagnostic Team, Senior Managers, Directors and stakeholders.





Please see attached JD for more details.











This advert closes on Thursday 7 Nov 2024

In response to the Carter Reviews diagnostics work team was introduced, however following the Mike Richards review further investment was secured to increase the team size to manage the increased outputs for Diagnostics including delivery of Community Diagnostic Centres as well as the diagnostic pillar transformation. This role is part of the newly expanded team. The Diagnostics Team support Integrated Care systems to deliver the diagnostics transformation, specifically supporting network formation, review of clinical pathways and implementation of Community Diagnostic Hubs. The overall objective of the team is to improve outcomes and access to Diagnostics ensuring earlier diagnosis and connected patient records. This role will provide programme and project management support to the Senior Diagnostic Transformation Managers as well as the wider NW Diagnostic Team, Senior Managers, Directors and stakeholders. Please see attached JD for more details.

Business Assistant
£27,000-£30,000 plus excellent benefits (Work level 6B)
Permanent, full time (37.5 hours a week)
Remote - with travel to our offices in Manchester, Bristol and Sheffield where required

We're looking for a motivated business assistant to join our Legal and Life Services function and provide key support to our business leaders.

In this role we'll look to you to provide a professional and personal service with a difference. You'll be an advocate for change and new ways of working, making sure our senior leaders are always up to date, informed and organised. We'll need you to act as a trusted confidant for the team, working with professionalism and discretion at all times. This is a fantastic chance to build on your skills and gain great exposure across the business and our senior leadership team.

What you'll do

* Support senior leaders with proactive inbox and diary management, managing competing demands effectively
* Organise travel and accommodation for leaders and directors in a cost-effective manner including processing expenses
* Make sure Board and subsidiary meetings run smoothly including booking meeting rooms, arranging Board dinners, greeting visitors and dialling in virtual attendees
* Attend, support and chair key meetings, managing the agenda and logging action points as well as making sure our leaders are prepared and have all the information they need
* Be the first point of contact for any IT related issues
* Manage all correspondence and documents with discretion
* Be a proactive member of the business assistant network, sharing ideas and ways of working

This role would suit people who have

* Previous experience of diary management and working with senior leaders
* Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail with the ability to proactively manage conflicting priorities
* A high level of proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Microsoft Outlook
* Resilience and adaptability within a fast-paced environment
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to engage with senior colleagues across the business

Why Co-op?

If you have the skills that we need, we can offer you a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores (as well as other discounts on Co-op products and services).

* An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
* 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)
* Coaching and training to support your career development
* Wagestream app - giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn

At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

Building a diverse environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.
If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes between 45-60 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.

Job Title: Business Assistant

Start Date: 14.10.2024

Duration: Until February 2025

Checks: Credit Check

Location: Hybrid one day a week onsite - 4 days WFH (Training is onsite)

Hours: 9-5, Monday to Friday

Rate: £12.31 p/h PAYE

Overview: The Business Assistant role supports a small group of senior leaders, anticipating their needs and proactively managing their workloads. You'll help leaders stay on track and collaborate with the wider Business Support Network.

Reporting to: Leader/Operating Board Member

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage leaders' inboxes and diaries, handling competing priorities.
• Arrange travel for leaders.
• Use Co-op systems like Coupa, Basware, Expenses, and Clarity.
• Support and facilitate meetings, taking notes and actions when needed.
• Attend and contribute to Business Support Network meetings.
• Organise and plan your workload, typically weeks in advance.
• Provide cover for other Business Assistants during leave.
• Maintain positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure high service standards.
• Conduct research and projects within set guidelines and make decisions within agreed parameters.
• Summarise and analyse data to aid decision-making.
• Work with leaders to maintain governance and escalate where needed.
• Proofread documents for leaders.

Skills & Capabilities:

• Proficient in IT, using software like PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with colleagues, leaders, and stakeholders.
• Excellent at multitasking and managing changing priorities.
• Able to analyse data, conduct research, and follow procedures with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with business and market awareness.
• Ability to adapt to new software updates and business needs.

Key Behaviours:

• Build and maintain trusted relationships.
• Communicate openly, promoting a culture of honesty and improvement.
• Foster collaboration, trust, and mutual respect within the team.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the success of Co-op leaders while being part of a collaborative team.

Company information:

This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Zest Optical are currently partnered with a luxury independent practice in Manchester who are looking to recruit an Optical Assistant into their team.

The practice has an incredible 20+ year history and is recognised as one of the most fashion-forward setups in the UK.

This opportunity is perfect for an Optical Assistant who is truly passionate about the relationsips they build and products they work with.

Offering an exclusive selection of the finest brands from the across the globe, the discerning patient base visit looking to explore the full range, and it is your role to deliver a completely bespoke service tailored to each individual.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Luxury setting offering a product range from the finest brands around the globe
• Access to cutting-edge lenses and the latest dispensing technology
• Complete focus on creating a unique and memorable experience
• Building lasting relationships with patients through personalised service and care
• Family feel environment with the support of an inspiring team
• International travel visiting industry trade shows and partner suppliers
• Forward-thinking business with opportunities for growth and development
• Flexi working arrangements available

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Positive track record within the optical industry
• Somebody who has a passion for elite level care and service and is happy to go above and beyond
• A drive to push yourself as a Dispensing Optician, continuously looking to grow and upskill
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients

Optical Assistant - Benefits

• Paying up to £26,000
• £5,000+ bonus potential
• 9:30am - 6pm
• Accessible City Centre location
• Range of additional perks and benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

The Clinical Support & Specialist Surgery Division at The Christie NHS Trust are looking for a positive and enthusiastic member to join our friendly and pro-active team. We are looking for an individual who is experienced in providing administrative support to the teams and can prioritise their own workload.

The successful applicant will work with the Divisional PA and support the management team with general administrative duties and the Critical Care Outreach team with organising their education and policy management programme.

There will be an expectation that the person has exceptional organisation skills and is flexible and has a high standard of Microsoft packages. You will be an excellent communicator who is reliable and able to work under pressure. We are looking for an individual who above all, is driven to deliver high quality service for each of our patients.

The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.

We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Act as communication coordinator for the department including receiving visitors and dealing with telephone queries from hospital staff, external visitors and company representatives
• Circulate communications via e-mail to clinical teams and individual staff members, ensuring that staff are kept up to date with departmental and Trust developments
• Undertake typing, photocopying, filing, laminating, distribution of information and other paperwork required by the Lead Nurse or Matrons as per departmental needs.
• Assist with the updating and maintenance of departmental information and filing systems, both electronic and paper based, with effective confidential document controls maintained using the pharmacy document system, making use of technology with the ultimate aim of creating a paper free office.
• Deal with all incoming and outgoing mail, including processing, distributing and responding within agreed time limits.
• Provide administrative support for departmental workforce activities including booking rooms for interviews, photocopying of recruitment packs, inputting information on the ESR system including new starters/promotions/transfers/terminations.
• Contribute to the collection of departmental data, collated both manually and by software systems.
• Book travel and accommodation, catering and room bookings for the team, following Trust procedures as required.
• Organise departmental meetings using Trust online meeting room system to book rooms. Liaise with attendees regarding suitability of dates and times to ensure that the meeting has the necessary people attending.
• Take minutes for internal meetings including departmental staff group team meetings. Check drafts minutes with the chairperson and circulate to staff. Liaise with chairperson regarding agenda creation and distribution to attendees.
• Prioritise own tasks and workload, to ensure that deadlines are met and work is actioned in a timely manner.
• Exchange information with staff both internally and externally on a variety of departmental matters and procedures.
• Ensure that all work activities are in conducted in line with existing Trust and Departmental policies and procedures. Comment on proposals to changes in administrative processes within the department.
• Assist with administrative support for the departmental education and training leads including booking rooms for education events and meetings, circulating any study packs prior to and after the events, answering queries from staff regarding education events and acting as the point of contact for undergraduate students on education placements.
• Undertake all other related administration duties which may be required in accordance with the changing needs and practices of the department and organisation.
• Ensure that exemplary standards of confidentiality are maintained at all times, in line with the Data Protection Act, Caldicott principles and in line with the Freedom of information act. Including preparation of internal staff confidential documents.


This advert closes on Thursday 5 Sep 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Your new company
A not-for-profit company in Central Manchester

Your new role

Project Officer

Temporary 6 months minimum. Hybrid/ minimum 2 days a week - MCR City Centre 37.5 hours per week - £16 per hour plus holiday pay.

This is a great opportunity to make a difference to a national organisation. Reporting to the organisation, lead in learning and course development, you will be an experienced project assistant - experienced in designing, delivering, supporting and managing projects.

With excellent levels of written and verbal skills, you will be required to collaborate with organisation-wide stakeholders and able to conduct research/ gather data to support project initiatives and encourage good decision-making practices.
You will be experienced at creating timelines, milestones and deliverables to contribute to effective project planning.

Using your experience, you will be able to lead in the scheduling of meetings, conference calls and project related events and assist in the preparation for project presentations and reports for the project manager.

You will be dealing with incoming communications (mail, electronic mail and telephone enquiries) with diplomacy, tact and discretion; drafting responses and taking other appropriate follow-up action as required.

You will be an excellent communicator and able to communicate at all levels. This is a diverse and busy role which would suit a candidate who is flexible, able to hit the ground running and equally someone who will pitch in when required during peak times to support team members.

Excellent IT skills are required as you will be providing slick administrative support across the organisation.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be an experienced project officer/ project assistant. This is a very varied role. Therefore, you will be required to be both flexible and adaptable.The role is temporary and the working hours are 37.5 per week.

Previous experience of not for profit and experience of working with a national organisation in various locations is essential along with a professional manner. Excellent communication skills and a polite and friendly approach are also essential.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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 hays.co.uk

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk. Were looking forward to hearing from you!