Marie Curie

Administrator (Maternity Cover) - West Midlands

Solihull, gb Contract On-site
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Job Description

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive Administrator to join our dedicated team at Marie Curie Hospice, West Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to support the delivery of outstanding care in a compassionate, professional environment. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive clerical and office support to the place-based team, helping day-to-day operations run smoothly. You will support managers by coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, producing accurate minutes and completing delegated administrative tasks. Using your strong communication skills and attention to detail, you will provide a professional, high-quality service to colleagues and external contacts. Contract: 12-month fixed term Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm (day shifts) Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, Band 2; £25,272 per annum  Location: Marie Curie Hospice, West Midlands What you will be doing  Support managers and leaders by organising meetings, preparing agendas, taking accurate minutes, and maintaining action logs  Deliver a range of administrative tasks including photocopying, proofreading, scanning, filing, and document collation  Draft basic correspondence for internal and external contacts, ensuring clarity and professionalism  Maintain confidentiality while supporting day-to-day service operations, including data entry into IT systems  Answer incoming calls and manage external enquiries professionally, ensuring they are directed appropriately and handled efficiently  Use Microsoft Office applications and MS Teams regularly to support communication and workflow  Manage incoming and outgoing mail, and arrange travel and accommodation bookings  Use clinical record systems to log referrals, discharges, and maintain clinic lists and appointments  What we are looking for Experience working in an administrative role or within a customer-facing environment Up-to-date knowledge of administrative procedures, including accurate minute-taking and meeting support Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and confident using wider systems to support service delivery Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach to working within a team A flexible and adaptable attitude, with the ability to respond to changing service needs Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with a proactive and professional mindset Please see the full job description here What’s in it for you Annual leave allowance – 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro-rata)  Marie Curie Contributary Pension Scheme  Continuous Professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)  Industry leading training programmes  Benefits you will love Defined contribution schemes for Pension (the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%)   Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme   Help with eyecare cost (T & C’s apply)   Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme   15% discount in Marie Curie shops Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Life assurance Application Process Closing date for applications:  21 October 2026 As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV.  Please the advert and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.  For more information or an informal chat please contact ashish.sharma@mariecurie.org.uk

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What does the Administrator (Maternity Cover) - West Midlands role at Marie Curie involve?

The Administrator (Maternity Cover) - West Midlands position at Marie Curie in Solihull, gb is a contract role. We are seeking a highly organised, proactive Administrator to join our dedicated team at Marie Curie Hospice, West Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to support the delivery of outstanding care in a compassionate, professional environment. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive clerical and office support to the place-based team, helping day-to-day operations run smoothly. You will support managers by coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, producing accurate minutes and completing delegated administrative tasks. Using your strong communication skills and attention to detail, you will provide a professional, high-quality service to colleagues and external contacts. Contract: 12-month fixed term Hours: 37.

What skills are required for Administrator (Maternity Cover) - West Midlands at Marie Curie?

Please refer to the full job description for required skills and qualifications.

What is the salary for Administrator (Maternity Cover) - West Midlands at Marie Curie?

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Is the Administrator (Maternity Cover) - West Midlands position at Marie Curie remote or on-site?

This position is On-site. The role is based in Solihull, gb.

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Administrator (Maternity Cover) - West Midlands at Marie Curie is a contract other position in Solihull, gb. Education: Master's Degree preferred. Experience: 3+ years.

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