Summer Conference and Events Assistant
1 month ago
Hours: Full time / 36.5 hours
Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).
Core working hours are 09.00 – 17.00 Monday to Friday but the role may require weekend working and some evenings.
This role is not a hybrid position.
Contract: Fixed term until 30 August 2024
Closing date: 12 April 2024.
Applications must be received by midnight of the closing date.
Expected Interview date:
Interviews will be conducted week commencing 22nd April 2024
Expected start date: 20th May 2024
About the role
As a Summer Assistant you will have general responsibility for assisting with the co-ordination of our busy summer programme, acting as a point of contact and link between staff members, internal departments, conference clients and our summer school customers. You will assist with the co-ordination of clerical and administrative work, ensuring that the processes and services for which we are responsible operate smoothly. The role is customer facing with a focus of offering the very best service to our summer customers.
About you
We are looking for a person that is passionate about delivering excellent customer service, with effective planning and organisational skills. You will be able to organise your own workload and priorities, communicate effective both orally and in writing, and be confident to work with colleagues and customers to provide information and respond to questions and queries. You will have an ability to work flexibly within a small team and also on your own initiative, with competent IT skills to effectively manage your own workload. Above all, we are looking for team player.
About our team
The Conference and Events team are a lively and dynamic team. No two days are the same, but the team adapt to the needs of internal clients, external conference guests, VIP visitors, staff, students, and summer schools. Summer is an incredibly busy period and we look forward to welcoming someone who is committed to supporting the team in delivering excellent customer service on our beautiful campus in the South Downs.
Please contact Wayne Spicer w.spicer@sussex.ac.uk for an informal chat or to answer any queries.
For full details and how to apply please click the 'Apply' button, above.
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Please note: The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed from the UK.
£23,144 to £24,248 per annum, pro rata if part time
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