Administrative Assistant (Research & Information)

 

The Singapore High Commission in London is looking for experienced Administrative Assistants (Research & Information) to join the team in our Belgravia office.

 

Typical duties:

 

  • Monitor media outlets/periodicals to prepare daily media summaries 

  • Undertake topical research and analysis

  • Assist with the High Commission’s social media presence, email and phone queries

  • Compile and maintain databases

  • Assist in preparations for official functions and events

  • Support the work of the High Commissioner and Political Section

  • Assist in other areas of the High Commission’s work where required

 

The ideal candidates:

 

  • Have a positive and can-do  attitude, as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Have strong writing and note-taking skills

  • Have at least Bachelor’s degree

  • Be adept in drawing upon, analysing and integrating political and economic information from a multitude of sources

  • Have good IT skills

  • Are keen to learn and acquire new skills

  • Should ideally have prior experience in research work

 

Contract: Permanent, full time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm

Starting salary: £24,000.00 - £26,000.00 per annum (negotiable and excluding discretionary bonuses)

 

In-person interviews and tests are expected to be conducted in June 2022 and successful candidates should be able to start in end-June or July 2022.

 

If this position is of interest, please submit your CV and a one-page covering letter by way of application by email to: shc.exec@gmail.com

 

No agencies please

 

Closing date: Friday, 17 June 2022

 

 

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Chauffeur

 

The Singapore High Commission in London is looking for an experienced Chauffeur to join the team in our Belgravia office.

Applicants should have a valid UK driver’s license and a clean driving record with no traffic violations. Applicants must be able to work as a team, display positive work ethic and abide by organisation regulations. Successful appointment will be subject to an interview and a driving test.  

 

Job Requirements

 
  • Relevant experience as a Driver

  • A valid UK driver’s license

  • A clean driving record

  • Good knowledge of London roads and boroughs

  • Familiarity with locations of prominent Government Buildings and Offices

  • Full time position, which includes driving duties after official working hours, weekends, and bank holidays. Overtime Salary will be paid.

  • Flexibility with working hours and willingness to work additional hours is required,

  • A polite and professional disposition

  • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

  • Good spoken and written English

 

 

 

Initial starting salary of approximately £18,400.00 - £19,600.00 (per annum). This excludes attractive bonuses (discretionary) and overtime salary.

 

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Official Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. 

 

Interviews will be conducted in June/July 2022.

Applicants should be able to start work immediately.

 

If you feel you are suited to this position, please e-mail your CV to: shc.exec@gmail.com.

 

No agencies please

 

Closing Date:  Friday, 17 June 2022

 

 

  

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