Business Services Co-ordinator - Bridgwater

Summary

Do you love variety? The National Trust is a busy organisation that has a lot going on at all times, so you can guarantee that no day is the same.
This new role is, we believe, something rather special. You'll be supporting the work of our Ranger team who work across our countryside portfolio; This includes Fyne Court and the Quantocks, the Holnicote Estate and the Mendip Hills. As well as supporting their day to day operations, you’ll have the chance to get involved in a variety of nature conservation projects and play a key part in our climate action work. You’ll champion best practice when it comes to business support, and will be confident challenging the norm when you think there’s a better way of doing something.
We're looking for someone to work 22 hours a week, on a two year contract, working on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. There is no flexibility in these days of work at present.

What it's like to work here

You'll work very closely with our ranger team, providing them with administrative and organisational support, enabling them to carry out their important conservation work. You’ll also thrive when working independently and enjoy taking the initiative when problem solving. Your working week will stretch over 3 days; Monday- Wednesday. Ideally your working base would be Fyne Court, however we do have offices in Holnicote and Barton if either of these are more convenient for you. Many of our meetings are held online however on occasion you'll be ask to travel between the offices. You may also choose to spend some of your time working from home.

What you'll be doing

Known for your outstanding organisational skills and your love of delivering first class support, you’ll provide a comprehensive administration service to the ranger team. You'll be confident using a variety of IT packages including excel to create reports, keep accurate records, and write timely and accurate internal/external communications. You’ll run a tight ship and will become the go to person for your team.

Who we're looking for

• Relevant experience in a Business Support environment; along with facilities or office supervision responsibility

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Great team player

• Flexible and customer -focussed with strong customer service skills

• Able to multi-task and prioritise own workload

• Well organised and attention to detail

• Advanced IT Skills, particularly in Microsoft Office and Excel, with the capacity to learn GIS mapping to support our Rangers.

The package

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Tax free childcare scheme

• Rental deposit loan scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Employee assistance programme

• Free parking at most locations

• Independent financial advice

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