We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 100,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability. 

SGS’s Food industry services help ensure food safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing—supporting businesses across the supply chain from farm to fork.

• Job Title: Project Assistant (Part Time)
• Job Type: Permanent
• Hours: 27.5 per week  - 5 days per week, 6 hours per day during core hours (9am to 5pm) 
• Job Location: Remote, UK
• Salary: £19,000 pa 
• Industry: Health & Nutrition - food

Overview: 

• Managing the administration supporting food specification, pack copy and artwork reviews for UK retailer clients
• Providing the technical teams with submissions and information they need to carry out their reviews.
• Keep inboxes, job records, trackers and billing up to date to help account managers and technical teams deliver work within tight client timelines.

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who has experience in supporting functions in an administrative capacity within a busy working environment. 

What we are looking for: 

• Good working knowledge of Excel and confidence using different systems and shared inboxes
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when working with data, records and reports
• Ability to follow processes, work independently and escalate issues when required
• Experience with invoicing, purchase orders or supplier follow-up would be an advantage

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for: 

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria) 
• Private medical cover (immediate access) 
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance 
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays 
• An additional day off for your birthday 
• Retailer Discounts 
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay 
• Length of Service Awards 
• Christmas Vouchers 
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives 
• Discounted Gym Membership 

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law. 

APPLY NOW for full consideration, if you are selected for an interview, or further consideration, we will be in touch with you directly.