Are you a dynamic and experienced admin manager with a passion for leadership, customer service, and making a difference in dog welfare? We’re seeking a motivated Assistant Manager Administration to join our team at Penrith Transfer Centre!
In this exciting and varied role, you’ll bring your proven management experience and sharp administrative skills to the forefront, driving innovation, empowering our visibility within Cumbria, and fostering collaboration to elevate our presence and impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy leading with clear strategic direction, and are inspired by strong values and meaningful work, we’d love to hear from you!
What does this role involve?
* Have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
* The ability to work in a busy fast-paced environment.
* Fully conversant with the duties and responsibilities of the other members of the management team in order to cover for them during periods of absence, this will include working with our dogs.
About you:
The successful candidate will also have significant supervisory experience, excellent knowledge of dog welfare requirements with the ability to identify deteriorating or poor welfare and find ways to rectify the concerns, and ideally, experience of caring for animals in a rehoming environment. You'll have strong administrative, communication, and customer care skills with a proven ability to handle difficult and sensitive situations, always working in the best interests of our dogs, customers, and the organization.
About Dogs Trust:
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
About the team:
At our Transfer Centre, in collaboration with the Rehoming Centres and local fostering schemes, we're dedicated to the heartwarming mission of rehoming as many dogs as possible. Each year, we provide temporary care for over 1,500 dogs, ensuring they are ready for their journey to new homes.
Our team is committed to excellence in every aspect of our work, from seamless logistics and rehoming processes to maintaining top-notch canine welfare and exceptional customer experiences. We thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, where every day brings new challenges and rewards.
Come be a part of our passionate team and make a real difference in the lives of countless dogs and their future families!
What else do I need to know?
A full, manual driving licence is also essential, as driving will be a part of the role.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you to complete an application form and a covering letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note, on rare occasions, we may close vacancies early if we receive an overwhelming response, so to avoid potential disappointment, please apply at your earliest convenience.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Feel free to send us an email at jobs@dogstrust.org.uk. We're here to support you every step of the way.
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