Our client is looking for a Clerical Assistant for 3 months in Gateshead. This is a flexible working role and may include some weekends/evenings. Duties and responsibilities: Completing general administrative and clerical tasks. Reception / switchboard cover - a good telephone manner is essential. Attend meetings, taking accurate notes, producing minutes and following up action points as required. Undertake the updating, filing and retention of all documents and records including maintenance of noticeboards related to the Technical Services Centre functions. Receiving and logging incoming mail, collecting outgoing mail and sorting / preparing for distribution. Assist workload of other assistants when required. Successful candidates will: Demonstrate good IT skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and bespoke IT systems. Demonstrate attention to detail with accurate data entry. Have knowledge of c lerical practices and procedures. Be able to p rioritise own workload whilst working to conflicting deadlines