Talent & OD Support Officer

DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communitiesWe have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UKs first Borough of Sanctuary for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.IntroductionAre you a highly organised and proactive administrative professional looking to make a real impact Do you want to play a key role in shaping the careers of others and helping them to thrive at Lewisham CouncilIf so we have an exciting opportunity for youWere looking for a Talent & OD Support Officer to join our dedicated People & Organisational Development (OD) this role you wont just be an administrator - youll be at the heart of our most important talent and workforce development programmes.Whats the roleAs a key member of our team you will:Help coordinate and deliver our upskilling apprenticeships graduate and internship schemes and work experience programme within the Council ensuring they run smoothly and effectively.Act as the first point of contact for internal queries manage communications and provide high-quality support to programme participants and stakeholders.Assist with the full lifecycle of our programmes from planning and logistics to communications and data analysis helping us to continuously improve.Take charge of essential administrative tasks including managing shared files processing invoices and maintaining our systems and data.Whats in it for youExcellent training and development opportunities plus a range of benefits including:Generous holiday allowanceLocal Government Pension schemeFlexible working and family friendly policiesSeason ticket and bicycle loansA range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym membershipsSupportive staff networksWhat were looking forYou will be highly motivated and detail-oriented with a proven track record as an administrator in a fast-paced environment. Youll need excellent communication skills a knack for staying organised under pressure and the ability to work collaboratively in a team. You will need:Experience as an administrator within a complex organisation handling diverse tasks with efficiency and precision.A history of successfully managing and building relationships with customers or stakeholders within a large organisation.Strong knowledge of IT systems including advanced skills in MS Office Excel and PowerPoint. You should also have experience using financial and HR management systems as well as a demonstrated ability to transfer and analyse data to produce reports.If youre passionate about supporting people and want to contribute to a working environment where every individuals unique contribution is valued we encourage you to apply. This is more than a jobits a chance to help build a foundation for success and truly make a difference.Ready to take on this inspiring role Apply nowLocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House Catford London SE6 4RU but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.The recruitment process is anonymous and we dont accept CVs.Applicant handbook- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.For an informal discussion about this job please contact Please click here to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary37509 - 38637 per annum (Scale 6)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale) which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme further details are available at Council has a dedicated employment support service Lewisham Works which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works please emailand an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Lets stay connected follow us on social media:LinkedIn Facebook Twitter InstagramRequired Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills Anti Money Laundering,Gas Turbine,Animation,Investigation,ITI,Blogging Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 37509 - 38637