THE COMPANY We are a highly innovative and rapidly growing defence and technology company that design, develop, and deliver some of the world’s most advanced defence related training, products, and services. We were recently crowned Employer of the Year at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2023. We have been listed as one of the ‘100 Best Large Companies to Work For’ in the UK and Midlands by Best Companies several times as well as achieving ‘Best Companies 3 Star Accreditation’ and a rating of ‘world-class’ for our employee engagement on a number of occasions. We are also proud to have been honoured with two Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in Innovation, for our next-generation GECO military mission planning system. As part of a unique and specialist defence company, our friendly team consists of experienced and highly capable individuals, working together with a mature ‘can do’ work ethic. Our central business functions are located in an easily accessible, bright and modern head office to the west of Lincoln, alongside our mission systems team, while the majority of our operational specialists are embedded alongside our Defence customers. THE ROLE We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual to join our team on a fixed-term basis, covering a period of maternity leave. In this varied and hands-on role, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the office, providing essential administrative support across a range of functions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy environment, takes pride in their work, and is confident managing both routine tasks and ad hoc responsibilities. If you have a keen eye for detail, a professional manner, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities, we would love to hear from you. <ul> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Providing and monitoring administrative support</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Provide and manage general office equipment</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Aiding line management as appropriate.</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Key Holder</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Conducting weekly and monthly checks</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Raising purchase orders</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ordering of uniform, business cards and lunches.</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Dealing with annual checks – driving licence, DSE</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Sorting postage, travels and hotels.</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Minute and action taking on ad hoc meetings</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Supporting and dealing with contractors.</li> </ul> LOCATION AND WORKING HOURS Lincoln Office based 5 days a week. 08:00 - 17:00 THE PERSON <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Some experience in Microsoft word/Excel</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Self-motivated and proactive</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Polite and profession manner</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">High level of organisational skills</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">A great team player who can also work well on their own</li> </ul> Due to the nature of elements of the role, the successful applicant must be a UK National and may be required to successfully complete National Security Vetting which may require criminal record, security service and credit reference checks; qualification will also normally require a minimum UK residency of at least 5 years. HOW TO APPLY If you have the required background and are interested in joining a high-performing team, supporting the delivery of exceptional award-winning products and services to our customers, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please click apply and follow the instructions to upload your CV. Please note that we are part of the QinetiQ group and you will be taken to the QinetiQ careers website in order to complete your application. BENEFITS Our comprehensive benefits package includes: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">30 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Uncapped paid leave scheme (upon successful completion of probation period).</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Company provided private medical and dental insurance.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">QinetiQ Share Incentive Scheme.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Annual profit and performance related pay scheme.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Death in service (x4 salary).</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Business travel insurance.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Tax efficient cycle to work and charitable giving schemes.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Tax efficient electric vehicle company car scheme. </li> </ul> EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Inzpire are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for current and prospective employees. We recognise that a diverse, talented and highly motivated workforce is pivotal to our continuing success, therefore our selection decisions are based on the merit of the individual, irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic. We genuinely recognise the benefits of a diverse and inclusive working environment. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, a supportive signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and a Gold award winner within the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We are therefore delighted to offer a guaranteed interview scheme to service leavers, reservists and military spouses or partners (including those of service leavers) who meet all our advertised requirements.

Inzpire - Office Management Administrator (Maternity Cover) (Lincoln, England, United Kingdom) @ QinetiQ Limited

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