We are currently looking for an experienced Administration Officer to join our popular client in Cranfield - they are seeking someone to provide support to the Research and Development teams.

Monday to Friday

Half day every Friday!

34 days holiday after 12 weeks!

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Manage and report the projects cost performance
• Prepare and create Excel cost reports daily, weekly and in line with required milestones.
• Present Excel reports in regular (weekly/monthly) meetings
• Request and follow up remedial actions
• Manage weekly meeting with the plant to ensure earliest adoption of key items
• Expert user for in - house Cost Data Warehouse (CDW) system
• Expert user for the in - house Innovation bank
• Trainer for CDW and Innovation bank
• Manage all new users registration requests
• Liaise with the helpdesk to resolve all system issues (CDW and Innovation bank)
• Act as the departmental administrator
• Support controller in other cost activities when required

Background & Experience

• Interest in business management & administration
• Strong PC skills with Excel (ability to write standard formulas independently, and create pivot tables)
• MS PowerPoint and MS Word are essential (MS Access would also be of benefit)
• Basic knowledge of Business intelligence tools such as Tableau
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills
• Innovative and flexible "can do" attitude.
• Disciplined to manage own schedule and conduct routine work on time
• Ability to identify and develop process improvement opportunities

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Paid overtime at 1.5x hourly rate

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Half day on a Friday

34 days holiday after 12 weeks

Currently hybrid working, averaging 3 days in the office and 2 days home working - however may return to 5 days in the office in the future

Working hours Mon-Thurs 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-1:20pm

£13.44 per hour

Apply now for a swift response!