A day in the life of an Ascent Business Assistant
As the Business Assistant you will be part of a friendly team who are involved in providing a diverse range of professional business support services across two sites within a defence environment.
If you are interested in joining our exceptional team, you will:
- Co-ordinate and prepare class induction programmes
- Deliver a range of Health & Safety tasks, including a PowerPoint brief to all new trainees and staff
- Track mandatory training for all site staff
- Act as point of contact for staff, trainees, and partners on site
- Assist with travel and accommodation bookings
- Input accurate data onto spreadsheets
What will make you successful?
- Commitment to providing a high-quality service and support to employees and customers
- The ability to plan, organise and prioritise tasks effectively
- Enthusiasm for learning about our business and gaining new skills
- A willingness to work flexibly and supportively as part of a busy team
- Understanding the importance of confidentiality and safety within an office environment
- A positive attitude to diversity and an ability to communicate clearly and respectfully
- An ability to use Microsoft applications and a willingness to learn other digital applications
This role is full time, 40 hours per week. A full UK driving licence is essential.
This role requires the successful candidate to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.
We’re proud to foster a flexible and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Whether working onsite or remotely, we support a culture that encourages collaboration, individuality and work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles, including part-time hours, job share, and alternative working patterns, and we encourage conversations about individual needs during the recruitment process. We are actively working to remove barriers within our hiring practices and aim to provide a fair, accessible and supportive experience for every candidate. If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
