Receptionist - Post and Dispatch Section - Head Office (Ref: 881)
The Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers is one of the UK's largest trade unions.
A vacancy exists for a Receptionist based at the Union's Head Office.
Hours of Work: 8.45 am - 4.45 pm (Monday to Thursday), 8.45 am - 3.45 pm (Friday)
What we Offer:
- 34 hour week.
- Defined contribution pension.
- Generous holiday entitlement - 24 days rising to 32 days plus 8 bank and 3 customary holidays (pro-rata to commencing month in holiday year and number of days a week worked).
- Free onsite parking, subject to availability.
- Free health assessments (post probation).
- Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to passing probation and length of contract).
- Season Ticket Loan (subject to length of contract).
Principal duties are: To provide a complete reception and switchboard service for Head Office.
The successful applicant will possess: Proficiency in the use of a switchboard/telephone skills; experience of reception work; experience of administrative tasks; the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and have excellent telephone, interpersonal and written skills; IT literacy including knowledge of Microsoft Office, with particular emphasis on Excel skills; demonstrates tact, initiative and discretion in managing confidential and sensitive information.
An application pack can be downloaded from here by clicking on the 'apply' button.
The closing date is noon on Wednesday, 11 September 2024.
Interviews are expected to take place on Thursday, 19 September 2024.
CVs are not accepted. No agencies please.
Usdaw is an Equal Opportunities Employer.