Business Support Officer

CTI Clinical Trial and Consulting Services; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Business Support Officer to join their dynamic Cellular Pathology and Microbiology departments. This part-time role involves delivering high-quality administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of diagnostic laboratory services. The successful candidate will possess excellent IT and communication skills, working within a friendly team to uphold accreditation standards and enhance patient care. With flexible working opportunities and a commitment to staff well-being, this position offers a chance to contribute meaningfully to a vital healthcare service.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Free tea and coffee

Flexible working opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Lease car scheme

Generous annual leave and pension scheme

On-site nursery (chargeable)

Extensive staff health and well-being programmes

Qualifications

• Strong IT and time management skills are essential.
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient administrative support to Laboratory Managers and Operational Leads.
• Handle data management, personnel duties, and resource management.

Skills

IT Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Job description

Department: Cellular Pathology & Microbiology

Band 4, Part-time £26,530 - £29,114 per annum pro rata

Hours: 18.75 hours per week (Monday to Friday: 0845-1230). All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working.

The Pathology department is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and proactive individual for the role of Business Support Officer. This position involves providing secretarial and administrative support to the Laboratory Managers and Operational Service Leads of both Cellular Pathology and Microbiology departments. The aim is to deliver an efficient, high-quality administrative service to support the day-to-day operational delivery of diagnostic laboratory services.

Cellular Pathology and Microbiology are busy, diagnostic departments, with Cellular Pathology playing a vital role in the Trust's diagnostic cancer service. The successful candidate may also be required to support other areas of pathology as needed.

For more information, please contact the Cellular Pathology Laboratory Manager, Amanda Brice, at 01908 995820.

Note: Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

Interview date: 03.06.2025

The successful candidate will possess strong IT and time management skills, and be able to communicate confidently and effectively with all staff groups. They will work as part of a professional and friendly team to deliver a diagnostic service that meets accreditation and regulatory standards, ensuring effective patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide efficient and high-quality administrative support to Laboratory Managers and Operational Leads.
2. Handle administrative duties, personnel and data management, data collection, and resource management.

Our values: "We care, We communicate, We collaborate, We contribute"

"80% of Administrative and Clerical colleagues feel that MKUH has made reasonable adjustments to enable them to do their work" (NHS Staff Survey 2023).

Benefits:

• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On-site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programmes

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital. We conduct research and teaching on-site to improve patient care. The hospital is undergoing significant investment and is rated 'Good' by the CQC. Visit our website for the latest news.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Amanda Brice
• Job Title: Cellular Pathology Laboratory Manager
• Email: [e-mail]