The Sainsbury Laboratory Cambridge University is seeking to appoint a Receptionist/Administrator to join its proactive and professional Facilities and Site Operations team.
The Receptionist/Administrator serves as the first point of contact for visitors and callers while providing essential administrative support to ensure smooth office operations. This role involves managing front desk activities, handling correspondence, scheduling appointments, maintaining records, and assisting with general office tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, organisational, and multitasking skills, with the ability to handle confidential information professionally.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Greeting and directing visitors
2. Giving tours of the building
3. Answering and forwarding calls
4. Managing office supplies
5. Coordinating meetings
6. Supporting various administrative functions for professional services as needed
A proactive customer-service-oriented approach, positive demeanour, and professional manner are essential for success in this role. You will also be a first aider for the department - full training will be given if needed.
You will have experience of working in an administration role, understanding the processes related to administration and be competent using standard software packages such as Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook. You will be well-organised and responsive, with the ability to communicate with staff at all levels and able to work well independently and as part of a team.
Previous reception experience is desirable, but not essential for this role. Due to the nature of this role, the post holder is required to work on-site for their full contracted hours of 8.30am-4.30pm.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 December 2026 in the first instance.
For questions regarding the application process, please email HR@slcu.cam.ac.uk
Please quote reference PT45299 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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