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Inverness, GB

Administrative Assistant-00000A55

Description

LifeScan is a Johnson & Johnson company. LifeScan Scotland was created in 2001 when Johnson & Johnson acquired the UK assets of Inverness Medical Ltd, a medical device company established in Inverness in 1995 to design and manufacture glucose test strips, and design electronic meters for the global diabetes market. Around 1,100 people are employed at the Inverness facility, which is regarded as a centre of excellence for those working in the field of diabetes.

With a focus on future development, LifeScan is committed to "creating a world without limits for people with diabetes." LifeScan Scotland's main product range includes the popular OneTouch® Brand of blood glucose monitoring systems, which is available globally. The company has also developed diabetes management software, control solutions and lancing devices and, in addition, produces the specialist test strips that work with many of the meters in the OneTouch Brand line.

We have an excellent opportunity for a part time Administrative Assistant here in Inverness. We know joining us means more than simply changing jobs. For some, it will mean changing lives. It's your chance, not just to become part of a dedicated team, but also to join the communities that live and work in a part of the world renowned for its beauty, hospitality and safe lifestyle.

As an Administrative Assistant you will be expected to act as part of the support team and as such your job will involve supporting other members of the team from time to time. Your main responsibilities will be within the Devices & Systems team working directly for 2 Directors. The position is for 19.5 hours, we are flexible with the working pattern.

Main Responsibilities:

- Calendar management
- Director expense management
- Travel co-ordination including visa applications
- Meeting and greeting visitors
- Hospitality co-ordination
- Stationery orders
- General administration for the department
- Project work

Qualifications


Essential Criteria:

- Good level of education - Highers or equivalent
- Strong teamwork ethic
- Computer literate
- Diary management experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Independent initiative whilst able to take direction
- Flexibility in day-to-day activities

The ideal candidate will be educated to HNC level within a business related subject. However, we will consider individuals with Highers and relevant experience. A flexible approach to work is highly desired. We are looking for a strong individual with the desire to learn and contribute to the overall success of the overall department.

We respectively request Government Officials to identify themselves as such on application; for the purpose of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. If you decide to apply for the position, any personal data which you provide shall be processed by LifeScan Scotland, a Johnson & Johnson company. Your personal data shall be processed for the purpose of recruitment, recruitment policy and selection.

CLOSING DATE: 24TH FEBRUARY 2013

Primary Location:Europe/Middle East/Africa-United Kingdom-Scotland-Inverness
Organization: Lifescan Scotland Limited (form. Inverness Medical (7691)
Job Function: Administration