Administrative Assistant

Rand Europe; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Administrative Support professional to enhance their dynamic research environment. This role involves managing diaries, organizing meetings, and arranging travel for a diverse research team. You will play a crucial part in ensuring smooth operations by providing comprehensive administrative support, handling confidential information, and coordinating logistics for various initiatives. Join a forward-thinking organization that values professional development and offers a range of benefits, including generous holiday allowances and flexible working arrangements. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension - 8% Employer contribution

33 days holiday allowance

Annual salary review

BUPA medical insurance

Generous company sick pay

Enhanced family friendly policies

Group income protection scheme

Group life assurance

Compassionate leave

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in a dynamic administrative role supporting various levels.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diary management and meeting logistics.
• Arrange travel and itineraries for research team members.
• Provide corporate administrative support and manage confidential information.

Skills

Administrative Support

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Confidentiality Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

RAND Europe is an independent, not-for-profit research organisation whose mission is to help improve policy and decision-making through rigorous and independent research and analysis. We benefit the public interest through the impact and wide dissemination of over 200 projects per year. Our work at its most impactful changes policy, practice and process to the benefit of the public good. That is also our organisational mission.

RAND Europe has approximately 180 staff across offices in Cambridge, Brussels, and the Netherlands. Our staff represents 22 nationalities, speaks over 20 languages and covers 31 academic disciplines. Our multi- and inter-disciplinary approaches to research generate unique perspectives and insights for our wide-ranging government, foundation and other NGO clients.

RAND Europe’s research is rigorously peer-reviewed, draws on extensive subject and methodological expertise, and is conducted in a professional, delivery-oriented environment.

Key responsibilities

Diary and Meeting Management

• Assist with diary management, including the arrangement and management of meeting invitations for DSJ group meetings and for group leaders.
• Manage logistics for meetings: book rooms, ensure all details are in relevant diaries, ensure agendas are prepared, note-taking at meetings, follow-up on action points, and remind chairpersons of their roles.
• Organise on-site and off-site team and project meetings, including away days, and coordinate associated logistics such as booking venues and organising catering.

Travel and Itinerary Arrangements

• Arrange and manage travel and itineraries for research team members, including booking transportation, flights, and accommodations, and compiling necessary documentation.

Research Team Administrative Support

• Complete and manage expense forms for DSJ senior leadership team.
• Manage and oversee the scheduling and preparations related to the company's staff induction process and coordinate regular updates of team induction materials.
• Contribute to marketing budget management and manage team input for quarterly induction sessions.
• Proofread and format proposals.
• CRM updates.
• Ensure completion of team Data protection requirements.

Corporate Administrative Support

• Provide support to corporate initiatives (e.g. ISO team), managing meeting administration, preparing and following up on agendas and minutes.
• Cover reception duties when needed.
• Comply with all company policies and participate in ad hoc duties as required.

Communication and Coordination

• Liaise with external visitors and clients, providing logistical support.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Experience in a dynamic administrative role supporting various organisational levels, with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Benefits

• Pension - 8% Employer contribution;
• 33 days holiday allowance, including the Bank Holidays;
• Annual salary review;
• BUPA medical insurance;
• Generous company sick pay;
• Enhanced family friendly policies;
• Group income protection scheme;
• Group life assurance;
• Compassionate leave;
• Flexible working arrangements;
• Learning and development opportunities;
• Employee wellbeing training and support;
• Fresh fruit every day;
• Free on-site parking;
• Cycle to work scheme;
• Access to company bikes;
• Service awards.

Salary

Up to £27,500 (DOE)

How to Apply

If you believe you are suited to the above role, please submit an application comprising of a CV and covering letter. The deadline for applications is 12 May 2025.

If you have not been contacted within 30 days of application deadline, please assume your application has not been successful.