The University of St Andrews is a world-class institution of some 8500 students and 2000 staff.  One of the services provided by Estates is mail handling through a small but busy dedicated mail room.  We are now seeking to appoint an individual with relevant experience of mail handling operations in a large organisation and with excellent people management and organisational skills to take this service forward.   

Preferably educated to higher level, you should have well-developed IT skills and a thorough understanding of mail room technology and procedures.  You must be able to evidence sound experience of team management with a strong focus on quality of service and demonstrable administrative, planning, organisational, communication and problem solving skills.  Negotiating effectively with internal and external customers and suppliers, you will be expected to resolve conflict and ensure high standards of service through a focus on team performance.  The ability to cope with fluctuating demands and expectations will also be a key strength.   The roles requires you to hold a full valid UK driving licence. 

Informal enquiries should be directed to Mr Alistair Black on 01334 463984 or at bedellus@st-andrews.ac.uk.    

The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all, which is further demonstrated through its working on the Gender and Race Equality Charters and being awarded the Athena SWAN award for women in science, HR Excellence in Research Award and the LGBT Charter;  http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/.   

Interviews will be held in the week commencing 15 August 2016

Please quote ref: MC9310MR

Closing Date: 31 July 2016

Further Particulars: MC9310MR FPs.doc

Estates
Salary: £18,212 - £20,989 per annum
Start: As soon as possible