Clerical Officer

• Job Type: Temporary, Full-time 
• Location: Openshaw
• Duration: 6 months
• Pay: £12.63 per hour
• Working Hours: 8am - 4pm (Office based, 5 days a week)

We are seeking a dedicated Clerical Officer to join the Business Support Services at a Local Authority. This role is crucial for providing clerical, computer, and typing services to the unit, assisting in the administration work as required.

• Prepare and input data into the computer, ensuring accuracy.
• Produce reports by interrogating the computer system using Lotus Smartsuite/Microsoft Office and the unit’s software.
• Perform routine maintenance, system switching, and assist in file recovery during system failures.
• Report any system errors or faults immediately to the Administration Manager.
• Assist in training new staff on the computer system.
• Provide typing and word processing support as necessary.
• Type documents such as letters, reports, and memoranda. In case of system failure, type purchase orders.
• Input and record stock movements and produce various reports.
• Validate and assist in the reconciliation of stock records post-stock checks as instructed.
• Handle telephone calls, address queries, provide information or redirect calls to appropriate staff. Take messages as required.
• Assist in sorting and distributing mail, maintaining filing systems, photocopying documents, and receiving visitors.
• Comply with health and safety policies, equality legislation, and data protection standards.
• Participate in development reviews and manage staff development if applicable.

• Proficiency in Lotus Smartsuite and Microsoft Office.
• Experience in clerical roles within a similar environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Knowledge of data input and report generation.

Please note: This role entails a vetting period.

If you are interested in this role, please apply here using your latest CV!