independently on day-to-day tasks, you will also be part of a small team of wider Business Assistants based across all our sites.
About you
We are looking for someone who is approachable, very well organised and who has a willingness to help all colleagues and be able to respect confidentiality and be proactive and enthusiastic.
Educated to at least ‘A’ level equivalent standard and/or have relevant comparable work experience of providing high-quality support, you will have a good amount of experience in an administrative or secretarial role. Qualifications in business administration and/or customer service (e.g. NVQ level 2 or 3) would be desirable.
The following specific essential and desirable skills criteria for this post will be assessed at shortlist (S) stage, interview (I) stage, or both (S&I).
Essential
- Educated to at least ‘A’ level equivalent standard or have relevant comparable work experience (S)
- A good amount of experience in an administrative/secretarial role providing high-quality support (S&I)
- Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (S&I)
- Effective written & verbal communication skills (S&I)
- Evidence of ability to work well with others and be able to also work unsupervised (I)
- Approachable and professional, using judgement to resolve or advance issues and maintain confidentiality and discretion (S&I)
- You will be committed to a diverse and inclusive approach to work in the geosciences (S&I)
Desirable
- Relevant qualification in customer service and/or business administration skills (e.g. NVQ level 2 or 3) (S)
A great benefits package is offered! including an outstanding pension scheme (with an generous employer contribution – on average 27% of your pay), 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)!
How to apply
Applicants are required to include a CV and covering letter outlining their suitability for the role (via the 'Apply' button above). We would stress the importance of this paperwork in our selection process.
A well thought through application providing evidence and examples of how you meet the advertised essential and desirable criteria for the post will be considered far more favourably than a generic covering letter and CV.
If you experience any issues applying for this role, please contact Recruitment@ukri.org.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 15 March 2026. Interviews will be held on 26 March 2026.
Contract Type: 6 month fixed term
Hours: Full-time 37 Hours a week (this post is not suitable for home working)
Location: BGS Cardiff
