Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Our Corporate Real Estate Services (CRES) team is seeking a Facilities Assistant to manage our facilities at our new Milton Keynes office. Please note this is a full-time, permanent role that is fully onsite/office-based.

Role Responsibilities:

Manage incoming and outgoing mail and packages in line with established processes and SLAs

Ensure stationary supplies and copier paper levels are consistent with established processes and SLAs

Keep Tea Point supplies stocked according to agreed processes and SLAs

Conduct quality control floor walks in accordance with agreed processes and SLAs

Use the Helpdesk for issue reporting and respond to raised issues

Collaborate with vendors/contractors as directed

Support the group facilities coordinator with daily tasks and provide coverage during annual leave

Role Requirements:

Experience in a similar CRES/facilities role

Fire Warden qualification

First Aid qualification

DSE training

Full, clean driver’s license

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new

We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges

We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

Reasonable adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs.  Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.

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