Business Support Administrator - #1685871

RPS, a Tetra Tech company is looking for a Business Support Administrator to be based in Cambridge but will also consider applications from people located in the following locations: Bristol, Cardiff, London, Edinburgh or Oxford.

This role is maternity cover only.

About The Team

RPS Consulting UK & Ireland ltd (RKC) are a 1,700 strong multidisciplinary consultancy, focused on the built environment, and part of the TetraTech Group of companies.

Environment is a business unit within RKC, consisting of around 200 staff, across the ECGE, Ecology and Environmental Management disciplines.

RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

In 2023 RPS joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation.

We design, and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s over 30,000 strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.

As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

Your Impact

Join RPS, a Tetra Tech company to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to grow your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

What You Will Be Doing

• Offering administrative support to all Business Unit team members – typing / editing documents/presentations as well as any printing, binding or scanning.
• Support to Business Unit team members .e.g. resolving hardware, software and kit issues by direction to relevant contacts
• Ordering of PPE and equipment for your team
• Organising travel arrangements
• Book external training for individuals/teams
• Support to the organising and logging staff training
• Assisting with Marketing tasks where required
• Arranging issue /return of computer equipment/mobile telephone for new starters / leavers
• Assisting the Business Support Manager (BSM) with Integrated Management System (IMS) associated administrative tasks
• Supporting new starter Induction process
• Supporting Project Managers on project setup and invoicing via the Project Finance team
• Maintaining COB and Pipeline data updates (weekly)
• Supporting payment process of supplier invoices
• Ensuring data for timecards and expenses are completed weekly and approved
• Undertaking any other duties / responsibilities that assist the Business Support Manager and/or Operational Directors or result in efficiencies within the office.
  
  

Who We Are Looking For

• Adapts to the team and supports a positive team spirit
• Listens, consults others and communicates proactively. Understands communication processes. Types of communication, including non-verbal
• Demonstrates the skills and knowledge appropriate for the position (excellent in Microsoft Office and Teams)
• Shares expertise and knowledge with others and demonstrates flexibility
• Being approachable and professional to all with a can-do attitude.
• Attention to detail
• Use of initiative – recognising a need and acting on it
• Organised
• Excellent communicator
• Able to determine the needs and/or expectations of clients (internal & external), colleagues, key stakeholders, and relevant others in the workplace
• Understands the principles of client service, concept, and benefits of a client-oriented culture within RPS
• Can display role-model behaviours which develop and maintain trust at work
• Understands RPS’ objectives and development plans and significance for own development
• Is proactive in obtaining feedback on performance from line managers and colleagues to determine personal strengths and areas for development
  
  

Qualifications

• Typically 3-5 years plus of experience
  
  

What is in it for you?

We’re proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes - to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.

We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.

Embracing diverse ideas, perspectives, and thinking styles is at the heart of what we do. We need a mix of experiences and techniques to develop the ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community of experts and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

Why RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With over 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

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