We are seeking a reception and administrative support role to join our 90+ Manchester City Centre architectural practice.

Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 (subject to experience)

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a flair for design with good communication skills including team working.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of reception and office facilities
• Provides general admin support across the business as required
• First port of call for email and phone enquiries
• Responsible for managing all office supplies
• Ensures that diarised management meetings, and office briefings are catered for appropriately.
• Responsible for booking all travel and accommodation requirements for the business and documents on internal systems.
• Responsible for all PPE requirements for the business.
• Liaises with the landlord and contractors as required and monitors necessary maintenance of the premises
• Supports with the QA procedures for the business

General Responsibilities and Expectations

• Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• A high attention to detail, team working skills, and the ability to work within deadlines as and when required.
• A flexible attitude and approach
• Responsible for familiarising yourself, and adhering to, all AEW company policies and procedures and report any breaches as required.
• Together with your line manager, identify your own development needs, take into consideration current work activities and career goals.
• Undertake structured and unstructured CPD activities and to ensure personal development and log the time accordingly.

AEW^Plus

AEW^Plus is the added value we offer to our people, clients and communities.  It includes the support and initiatives we offer as a “People first” business. Supporting our team’s physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Dedicated Social Value and Wellbeing Committee and EDI Committee
• Flexitime and hybrid working
• Salaries benchmarked against industry standards.
• Bi-annual performance linked bonus system and monthly recognition awards
• Death in service and critical illness insurance
• Mental Health first aiders and Employee Assistance Plan
• 31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Interest free travel season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme
• Regular social events, charity engagement activities and paid volunteering days

It also includes our focus on helping our team achieve their potential. Supporting their growth and development, both individually and as a collective. Initiatives include:

• “Quarterly conversations” with your line manager / mentor to continually review your progress
• A comprehensive training and CPD programme utilising our internal expertise and industry partners.
• Use of “Coaching Culture” platform containing a series of e-learning modules around self-development

Furthermore, it includes sharing our knowledge and expertise. Building collaborative relationships with our clients and communities through a range of outreach activities.