HRJOB8624 - Administrative Assistant (Job Share)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Administrative Assistant (Job Share - 12 month fixed term contract)
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Salary: Competitive
Ref No: HRJOB8624
Business Unit: Central Services
Location: Craigavon
Open To: Internal & External Candidates
The role
Working as part of the Engineering Projects team based in our Global Headquarters in Craigavon, you will be responsible providing administrative support to the Engineering Projects Department who provide support services to Almac Business Units for Automation, Calibration & Project Services.
As part of a busy team within a rapidly growing organisation, operating within a challenging industry you will benefit from the numerous personal and professional developmental opportunities available throughout the Almac group.
Two roles being offered on a 12 month fixed term job share basis. The working pattern for these roles will be:
- Position 1 - Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
- Position 2 – Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Essential Criteria
- GCSE Mathematics and English Language at Grade C or above (or equivalent).
- Previous experience within an administrative role, preferably in a busy office environment.
Desirable Criteria
(The following criteria may be applied if a large pool of applicants exist)
- Qualifications gained to ‘A’ Level or equivalent
To Apply: Apply online at www.almacgroup.com/careers
Closing Date: Thursday 4 May at 5pm
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Biotech & Pharmaceuticals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HRJOB8624 - Administrative Assistant (Job Share) roles across Almac Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Biotech & Pharmaceuticals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,500 - £24,853 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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