Secretary

Job Purpose:

Our new Secretary will offer proactive secretarial and administrative support to two Directors and their respective business areas and teams. Candidates should be experienced in fast-paced environments and adept at handling high-pressure workloads.

Information & Benefits:

• Salary- £33,355
• Job Location- Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
• Role Type– Permanent
• Employment Type- Full Time
• Working Hours- 37.0 Hours per Week
• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Many more benefits you can find here - https://www.unitedutilities.com/corporate/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits-of-working-for-us/

Key accountabilities:

• First point of contact for internal and external visitors
• Co-ordinate travel and accommodation arrangements
• Compilation of meeting and briefing documentation such as agendas, minutes, presentations and briefing packs.
• Raise purchase orders.
• Support with inbox and diary management
• Organisation of external functions and meetings
• Management of meeting room bookings
• Holiday and absence cover will need to be provided for the other secretaries as appropriate
• Work may require working non-standard hours on some occasions
• Will need to be able to prioritise conflicting demands from different members of the team
• The role requires working unsupervised and therefore requires a pro-active approach

Technical Skills & Experience:

• Highly competent in the use of all MS Office applications, particularly Outlook Word and PowerPoint.
• Able to present a professional approach at all times.
• A self-motivated individual with the ability to work with Senior Managers.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to provide attention to detail.
• Integrity, discretion and confidentiality are critical for this role.
• Relevant experience in a similar role is preferred.

About Us:

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

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