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Business Support Assistant

4 weeks ago


Whitehaven, United Kingdom Atkins Full time

**Let's shape the future by doing things right.**

You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

Read more about how you can thrive with us.

We have a vacancy for a **Business Support Assistant** to join our Business Support Team under the direction of the Office Manager.

We are looking for a friendly, proactive individual who enjoys being part of a team and can quickly integrate themselves into a busy office.

The applicant needs to be adaptable and happy to undertake a range of tasks including Reception duties as well as administrative tasks.

**Working Hours**: 40 hours per week.

**Requirements**:

- Previous administration/reception experience and/or relevant qualification.
- Able to use MS Office.
- Able to interact with internal and external customers of all levels.
- Friendly and welcoming with a professional attitude.
- Well organised with keen attention to detail and good work ethic.

**Main Duties**:

- Maintain the database and other relevant documents to ensure records are accurate and up to date.
- Produce monthly reports used to track progress.
- Liaise with the client and other external companies.
- Booking appointments and courses, raising purchase orders, coding of invoices.
- Providing support to the Admin/Reception team when required eg lunch cover/annual leave/for events or busy periods.

Atkins is part of the SNC-Lavalin group. Westlakes office is in our Nuclear and Power sector which supports the whole life cycle of the nuclear industry, building the next generation of nuclear power stations, keeping the current fleet operational and solving the decommissioning challenge.

Across the UK and the globe there are difficult issues to overcome to create a sustainable energy supply and Atkins has an exceptional reputation for delivering innovative and cost-efficient solutions to some of the world's most technically challenging problems.

**Why work for Atkins?**

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.

We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive - no exceptions. You'll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We're Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at Atkins. In the energy sector, we've signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.

Read more about our Vision for Women.

**Meeting your needs**:
When you start with us, you'll enjoy “Total Reward,” a package that can be tailored to your lifestyle, career and personal needs. From flexible holidays to life assurance, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning for the senior stage of your career.

Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk about any adjustments you might need.

**More about us**:
Atkins, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, is a leading global consultancy with over 80 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.

Check out some of our recent, most exciting projects.

**Additional Information**:
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