Business Support Officer
Be the welcoming first point of contact and keep a busy office running smoothly. Join a friendly team supporting and benefits in a 25-hour part-time role.
Business Support Officer (Part time 25 hours per week)
Position Summary
The Business Support Officer acts as the first point of contact for visitors, customers, clients and suppliers and is tasked with maintaining a professional, welcoming image of Neilson Financial Services as a company.
It is imperative that this person is well presented and has outstanding communication skills in order to liaise with internal and external stakeholders. This person works with integrity and is trusted to manage confidential tasks. This employee should have excellent multi-tasking and prioritisation ability to react positively to conflicting demands and requests. They are seen to be a positive, personable professional; adaptable and flexible to handle administrative tasks as well as more complex administration assistance to teams across all levels of the business.
Pre-requisite Knowledge & Skills
Previous experience in a varied front of house role dealing with receptionist duties, facilities, and general administrative functions
Proven ability to interact over the telephone and face-to-face in a clear and professional manner
Background of working in a fast paced, flexible and challenging environment
Ability to multitask effectively
Accuracy and attention to detail
Intermediate PC, Word, Outlook and Excel skills
Excellent organisation skills
Duties and Responsibilities
Managing and maintaining a clean and tidy area at all times
Acting as first point of contact for all external customers, clients and providers; directing enquiries efficiently to the correct department
Represent a positive, optimistic and enthusiastic ambassador for the business
Maintain cleanliness of all meeting rooms, ensuring clean and tidy morning and evening daily
Replenish supplies in kitchen and ensure stock ordered as required.
Support adhoc projects for various departments as and when required
Provide assistance to the on boarding process for any new starters joining the business as required. Including training material preparation and collation, security access passes, workstation assessments and desk preparation
Assist event planning incentives, sales drives and Social calendar activity
Look to improve any process or procedures where required to increase efficiency
Booking meetings as and when required and arranging refreshments or catering for events using agreed suppliers
Manage all administrative tasks effectively and efficiently within required timeframes
Update and maintain master security log including parking allocations, security pass ID and leavers deactivation
What’s in it for you?
Exceptional training – giving you all the tools to succeed throughout your NFS career!
We work hard but we know how to have fun too; we have regular theme days and charity events for all to enjoy.
Life Assurance from day 1 so you are protected too
Employee Assistance Programme to help and support with life stuff!
We have plenty of local discounts for coffee outlets, restaurants, cinemas, gyms and more
Free fruit, Flu Vaccinations, Cycle to work scheme, Eye Test/Glasses Vouchers, looking after your well-being!
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Pension & 23 days holiday
Hours - Monday to Friday. Part time 25 hours per week
At Neilson, we’re dedicated to helping families secure financial protection for their loved ones with a range of life insurance options. We have evolved from our origins in the UK, where the business was launched in 2012, to become an award-winning international operation and leader in the global life insurance market. Today, we have offices in the USA, Canada, Ireland, and Australia.
If you are passionate about making a difference, you thrive in a fast paced and entrepreneurial environment and you want to be a part of a high performing team, we would love to hear from you!
- Department
- Facilities & Business Support
- Location
- Ashford, UK
- Employment type
- Full-time