Operations Administrator
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Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Cambridge CB2 8EA
- Expired
- Salary:
- £19,000 - £23,800
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 21 December 2018
Job overview
Operations Administrator
Cambridge, CB2 8EA
Category: Administration and Customer Services
Operations Administrator x2
Full time - Fixed Term Contract (between 6 and 12 months)
Salary: £19,000 - £23,800
Who we are
Cambridge Assessment English is a part of Cambridge Assessment, a department of the University of Cambridge. We provide exams in English for speakers of other languages taken by over 5 million candidates worldwide each year, as well as the leading range of qualifications for language teachers.
What it’s about
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Cambridge Assessment English’s Operations team. These are interesting times for Operations as we seek to modernise our systems and processes to meet the needs of a growing business. We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, dynamic and customer focused administrator who will thrive in this changing environment.
What you’ll be doing
Your main tasks will include:
- To take responsibility for the timely and accurate delivery of an agreed set of Operations processes to agreed procedures
- To provide high-quality administrative services by using Microsoft Office and other internal systems
- To liaise effectively with customers as required via telephone, email and face-to-face, providing excellent customer service both internally and externally
- To work to agreed deadlines and provide reports on progress as required to senior management
- To adhere to ISO 9001 Quality Standards, agreed Cambridge Assessment English policies and Service Level Agreements and to proactively identify improvements in processes
- To establish and maintain effective liaison between own team and colleagues across the organisation
- To take part in new developments and the delivery of new products and services as required
- Other duties as defined by the line manager.
What we’re looking for
Ideal candidates will be educated to A-level (or an equivalent standard), will have administration experience in a busy office environment and have a good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products. Accuracy and attention to detail is essential in this role, as is experience of providing a high level of customer service. The ability to prioritise work effectively to achieve a number of tight deadlines is another essential attribute. The role will also require you to demonstrate good interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work under pressure and without close supervision.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a market leader and be rewarded with valuable learning opportunities, a competitive salary and benefits.
Essential
- Educated to at least A-level standard with at least 5 GCSE’s or equivalent at Grade C and above including English and Maths
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Previous office experience in a busy office environment
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Experience of office administration/data processing
- Experience of following a set of documented processes and procedures
- Experience of providing a high level of customer service
- Ability to prioritise workload effectively and meet deadlines
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexibility
Desirable
- Supervisory experience
- Knowledge of the Cambridge Assessment English product range
Benefits
- Generous contributory pension
- 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Annual performance related bonus and increases (discretionary)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity pay and childcare voucher scheme
- Employee discount and cash back scheme at 1,200 retailers
- Cycle scheme
- Subsidised canteens
- Corporate discounts on Gym memberships and car rental
- Support for professional qualifications
We know that diversity of thinking, backgrounds and approaches leads to innovation and creates an atmosphere where everyone’s contribution is valued. As well as wanting to create diverse teams, we also value diversity in the way our people approach their work. Work/life balance is important to us at Cambridge Assessment and we offer our colleagues a range of flexible working options according to the needs of the business and the individual, so please let us know of any flexible working requirements when applying and we can see how we can support you.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 21/12/2018 and interviews will be held on 16/01/2018.
In this spirit of transparency, if you’re successful at interview stage we will ask you to undergo background screening (carried out by Credence Background Screening Ltd), to ensure that all information provided to us is accurate. We wish you all the very best with your application.
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About Cambridge University Press & Assessment
- Cambridge University Press & Assessment
- The Triangle Building, Shaftesbury Road, Cambridge
- Cambridgeshire
- CB2 8EA
- United Kingdom
The Cambridge University Press & Assessment Group is a department of the University of Cambridge. We have three exam boards – University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL), and OCR. We are a not-for-profit organisation.
We're proud of our 150 years heritage and the expertise that it has given us. Cambridge University Press & Assessment operates and manages the University's three exam boards.
The world's largest provider of English language curriculums and qualifications for young learners and adults.
The world's largest provider of international programmes and qualifications for 5 to 19 year old learners.
OCR is one of the UK's biggest exam boards offering academic and vocational curriculums and qualifications. Whether you are building new IT systems, supporting our customers or developing one of our new qualifications, every person at Cambridge University Press & Assessment is making a difference. Being part of the education of eight million candidates, in over 170 countries every year, means we are opening doors to a better future every day.
We aim for these values to be at the heart of everything we do
And we believe actions speak louder than words when it comes to demonstrating this. We think we’re great people to work with, but then maybe we’re biased! What we are certain about though is that if you join Cambridge University Press & Assessment you’ll be surrounded by talented people with diverse backgrounds and skills, working together in a friendly and supportive way.
Real development opportunities
We have ambitious plans to become the leading world authority on assessment. It matters to us that people rise to bigger challenges and reach their potential. As your ambitions and interests grow there will be opportunities to move around the business and gain new skills.
We’ll expect you to take responsibility for fulfilling your own potential, and we will provide you with the training and development opportunities to manage this.
Did you know that we are not only based in Cambridge?
We also have a site in Coventry, as well as a number of other smaller offices around the UK and Overseas
- Staff discounts at many retailers both online and in-store.
- Cambridge University Card - providing access to a number of university facilities such as the University Library and discounts at the Cambridge University Press bookshop.
- Season Ticket Loan - for travelling by rail or bus.
- Discounted access to the University of Cambridge Sport Centre, along with various other local gyms.
- Family friendly enhanced benefits when you might need them such as maternity and paternity and childcare vouchers.
- Limited access to nursery and play scheme places (waiting list in operation).
In addition to…
- Generous pension scheme.
- Performance related pay.
- Subsidised staff restaurants.
- At least 36 days holiday (including bank holidays).
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