Facilities Assistant

This Facilities Associate position is responsible for handling all day-to-day facilities issues including direct liaison with clients, vendors, security and building management as well as maintaining the overall integrity and operational functionality of the office, including aesthetics. Key responsibilities

• Perform regular inspections of the client space (doors, furniture and fixtures) and escalate to relevant vendors for resolution
• Respond to employee facility related requests - temperature, parking, etc.
• Coordinate with Building Management on any issues relating to janitorial services, security, parking, etc.
• Support emergency evacuation plans/fire drills
• Interact with vendors for vending machines, coffee service, Life Safety Equipment, day porter, and other facility related services
• Obtain working knowledge on thermostats, HVAC controls, Fire Controls, Security alarm system
• Coordinate minor moves
• Coordinate furniture orders/minor furniture changes
• Manage building access/badges and internal keys
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding of client staff
• Assist Account Manager/Facilities Manager with overall maintenance of offices and ad hoc/special administrative projects in support of client initiatives
• Work with manager to update Site Procedures Manual
• Set tone for the environment by maintaining a positive personality, sense of urgency, independent thinking, self starting and high-spirited "can-do" disposition.
  
  Minimum of 1 year of work experience in the area field of facilities, property management or building operations
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Proven customer service skillset
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel), including Outlook email and calendar
• Experience in navigating a high-profile, high-paced environment
• Ability to problem solve, rationalize and mitigate/manage obstacles presented
• Self starter, task-oriented leader
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential information
• Proven ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and complete projects in a timely manner
• Demonstrate initiative and proactive thinking
• Ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere
• Maintain a professional appearance and high level customer service mindset at all times
• Ability to commit and adhere to all client values, principles and procedures
  
  Williams Lea seeks a Facilities Assistant to join our team!
Williams Lea is the leading global provider of skilled, technology-enabled, business-critical support services, with long-term trusted relationships with blue-chip clients across investment banks, law firms and professional services firms. Williams Lea employees, nearly 7000 people worldwide, who provide efficient business services at client sites in often complex and highly regulated environments, from centralised Williams Lea onshore facilities, and through best cost company offshore locations.

Rewards and Benefits We believe in supporting our employees in both their professional and personal lives. As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time roles)
• Salary sacrifice schemes, retail vouchers - including our TechScheme which can be used on a range of gadgets such as Smart TV's, laptops and computers or household appliances.
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Assessments
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Discounted gym memberships
• Referral Scheme
You will also have the opportunity to work for a global employer who is dedicated to offering each and every employee an enjoyable, challenging and rewarding career with future career development prospects!