Company Description:
The UK Government has established UK Industrial Fusion Solutions (UKIFS) Ltd , a subsidiary of UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), to lead the charge in delivering fusion energy through design and delivery of the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP) prototype fusion plant. UKIFS is establishing itself, setting up the company, attracting talent, engaging with industry, developing a supply chain, and planning and constructing of the STEP prototype.
Fusion energy, crucial for combating climate change and ensuring energy independence, is expected to be commercially viable by mid-century. The UK, led by UKIFS, aims for a prototype fusion plant, targeting first operations around 2040. UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd. will lead delivery, collaborating with industrial partners and building a fusion supply chain with an estimated global sector value of £7tn per year. Join UKIFS and the STEP programme to be involved in this ground breaking journey.
As an employee of UKIFS, you will benefit from:
- Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
- Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
- Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
- Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders,
- Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays
- Wide range of career development opportunities
- A vibrant culture committed to being fully inclusive
A full list of our benefits can be found here https://careers.ukaea.uk/life-at-ukaea/employee-benefits/
The salary for this role is £27,202.
Employees of UKIFS can be based at either of our sites; West Burton, Nottinghamshire or Culham, Oxfordshire, however, this role will be based at our West Burton site. Onsite working is expected for 3 days each week.
For more information on UKIFS, visit: https://careers.ukaea.uk/wp-content/uploads/download/UKIFS_CandidateRecruitmentPack.pdf
Job Description
The Role
We are seeking a dynamic Business Administrator to provide professional and focused Programme Administration support to the STEP Programme. Reporting to the Facilities & Business Support Manager, this role is crucial in ensuring smooth operations and effective communication.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reception Duties: First point of contact for visitors, managing site access, appointments, and maintaining the reception area.
- Diary Management: Organise executive diaries, meetings, and events.
- Internal Communications: Ensure clear and accurate communication, prepare agendas, support meeting minutes, and coordinate Programme events and briefings.
- Induction & Site-Access: Deliver inductions, coordinate site access for new starters and visitors.
- Data Management: Maintain accurate records, adapt to new systems, and manage programme information and correspondence with confidentiality and discretion.
- Purchasing: Manage purchases, organise travel, and conference registrations for the whole STEP Programme.
- Recruitment Administration: Support recruitment processes, schedule interviews, and plan campaigns.
- Collaboration: Work in partnership with the Internal Communications team and update the STEP SharePoint with useful resources.
- To actively support the STEP culture and equality and diversity
Qualifications
Essential Requirements:
- GCSE grade C and above, or equivalent, in English Language and Mathematics.
- Demonstrable administrative experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Discreet and professional approach
- Proven ability to cope with multiple tasks and prioritise appropriately
- Excellent IT literacy and competency with Microsoft Office software
- Proven ability to cope with multiple tasks and prioritise appropriately
Additional Information
We welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly women in STEM and individuals from British black and ethnic minority backgrounds, and individuals with disabilities. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success.
UKIFS is committed to being accessible. Please email [email protected] if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information.
This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions. Whilst not required at this time, there is a possibility of an SC Clearance being required in the future. If a candidate already holds an SC clearance, that clearance can be transferred to UKIFS.
For applicants applying from outside the United Kingdom or those who have spent time outside the UK in the last five years, please visit the following link for information on criminal records checks: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants If your country of residence or previous residence is not listed on the website or if the UK Government does not have information on obtaining a criminal records check from that state, we regret to inform you that we cannot process your application.
Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications. We may consider your application for future positions or similar positions within the organisation.
We have a number of exceptional opportunities available at the moment, to view them all please visit Careers - STEP.
