Receptionist/administrator

Company description Ilika Technologies Ltd is a pioneer in a ground-breaking solid state battery technology designed to meet the specific demands of a wide range of applications in Electric Vehicles, Med Tech, Industrial Io T and Consumer Appliances. Ilika is a publicly listed company with facilities in the Southampton area for the development and pilot manufacturing of its Stereax and Goliath batteries. We offer the successful candidate a competitive package and the opportunity to be part of a world class technical team in a supportive environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team during an exciting period of development and to make a meaningful contribution in powering a more sustainable future. Overview of the role As one of our Receptionist/Administrators, you’ll be providing an efficient and effective administration and coordination of service to support the office and HR function to run smoothly. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Office * Managing incoming calls, ensuring these are screened/routed as required; * Office stationery and refreshment procurement; * Dealing with incoming and outgoing post, couriers, checking deliveries; * Managing lunch orders, restaurant, and catering bookings; * Booking travel to include flights, hotels, taxis, and any other travel requirements; * Maintaining various company records and keep up to date; * Company filing, scanning, shredding, and photocopying; * Meeting and greeting of all visitors, providing refreshments and ensuring compliance with H& S requirements. HR * Management of all recruitment administration including posting job adverts, logging applications, coordinating interviews and providing all candidates feedback in a timely manner; * Responsibility of all HR related administration including onboarding, offboarding, training records, contracts, references and the HR system; * Monthly coordination of payroll changes. Job requirements: * Experience of working in a fast-paced administrative role is essential; * Conscientious and excellent attention to detail and understanding of why it is important; * Strong interpersonal skills; * Able to deal professionally with confidential information; * Effective time and workload management skills with a flexible approach to tasks; * Proactive and eager to learn; * People focused attitude; * Excellent verbal and written communication; * Demonstrated ability to work well in a team; * MS Office, Word, Power Point and Excel experience. Ilika is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity