As a Administrator at Merville Barracks, Colchester you will be responsible for the maintenance, administration and distribution in the unit. 16 Air Assault Brigade is one of the busiest Army Brigades, overseeing multiple training and operational lines of activity. You're the one with the skills to ensure behind the scenes of facilities run like clockwork and ensure your managers feel supported. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
What you’ll do:
Responsible for the provision of clerical support to all Officers in the unit, including drafting routine correspondence as necessary
Management of, and collation of returns and statistics including:
Manning trawls (individual and enrolment posts)
Backfilling (operational and routine)
Act as the focal point for Staff Officers during their absence on exercise / Operations.
Response to routine higher Headquarters / unit telephone enquiries
Returns and statistics collated in a timely manner
All telephone queries resolved or passed on
Programme, co-ordinate and arrange meetings and interviews as directed by Staff Officers.
Prepare rooms and facilities for meetings, including provision of necessary stationery, distributing materials and arranging refreshments.
Provide assistance during the meetings as required which may include taking minutes and the clearance of the rooms thereafter.
Notify all relevant attendees of meetings in advance.
Produce, complete, clear and accurate minutes of meeting ready to be reviewed by Staff Officers within three business days of the relevant meeting.
Provision of office support
Desire to grow and progress your career if you are interested
What you bring:
Administrative experience in a busy office environment
Good IT skills – Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work to tight deadlines as well as prioritise, organise and plan
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, or equivalent; or NVQ Business Administration Level 2
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
Flexible and dynamic work environment
Competitive compensation
Full training and full protective uniform supplied
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
Package DescriptionPLEASE NOTE - Interviews are taking place between 09:00-12:00 on 28th January 2025 ONLY
32 hours per week
Mon-Thu 08:00-15:30 / Fri 08:00-12:00
£11.44 per hour
Free Car parking
Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is Colchester, CO2 7UT
About The CompanyAbout Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
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