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Join the global effort to tackle health challenges including mental health, infectious disease, and climate by becoming a Team Coordinator at Wellcome Trust.
Overview
Salary
£38800
Location
London, UK - Hybrid
Nomad Friendly?
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary
The Wellcome Trust is a dynamic global charity with an ambitious mission to enhance health through science funding, policy advocacy, and strategic partnerships. They have a far-reaching impact, with a plan to spend £16bn in the next decade addressing pivotal global health challenges such as mental health, infectious diseases, and climate impact on health.
Role Summary
- Providing proactive, top-notch administrative coordination.
- Organising internal and external meetings, special events, and travel assistance.
- Fostering a positive and motivating working environment through active participation in team-building activities and recognition of team achievements.
Role Requirements
- Proven experience in administration or Personal Assistant work
- Advanced IT skills particularly Microsoft Office and SharePoint use.
- Outstanding communication skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask effectively and discreetly.
- Must be collaborative and proactive.
Application Process Details
- Wellcome Trust offers a hybrid work environment with 3 days onsite at Euston Road and 2 days of flexible location.
- The organisation supports diversity and inclusivity, and has an excellent benefits package.
The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation dedicated to improving health by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and addressing three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease, and climate and health.
The Climate & Health team at Wellcome advances understanding of how climate change affects health and promotes evidence-based interventions that deliver health benefits through mitigation and adaptation. The team also catalyses a global research, engagement, and policy community to drive urgent, informed action. Our central mission is to put health at the heart of climate change action, spurring urgent action and ensuring that this action directly recognises the impacts of climate change on people’s health.
As a Team Coordinator, you will be working closely with the Team Heads and the wider Climate & Health team. Your role will involve providing proactive high-level administrative coordination to organise internal and external meetings, away days, and travel. You will ensure smooth and collaborative team working, and engage effectively with peers across the organisation. Additionally, you will play an important role in fostering team morale by helping to coordinate team-building activities, recognising achievements, and contributing to initiatives that create a positive and motivating working environment.
Job requirements include significant experience in administration or Personal Assistant (PA) work, advanced IT skills including Microsoft Office and SharePoint, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and discretion. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach are essential.
Wellcome offers a hybrid way of working, which includes 3 days in our Euston Road offices and 2 days working either remotely or in the office. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. We offer excellent benefits and support flexible working options.
