Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA.
Serco has played a vital role at ESA's European Astronaut Centre (EAC) in Germany, supporting various human spaceflight missions and training projects. Serco has provided critical technical, operational, and training services, ensuring smooth coordination and execution of astronaut training and mission preparations. With expertise in crew training, mission simulations, and medical operations support, Serco has been instrumental in ensuring mission readiness. Their long-standing collaboration with ESA at EAC highlights their dedication to excellence, operational efficiency, and innovation in human spaceflight support.
We are looking for an Administrative Secretary (EAC) to join our team at European Astronaut Centre (EAC), Cologne.
Responsibilities:
* Perform administrative duties to ensure smooth office operations, including managing schedules, documentation, and communications.
* Oversee document management systems and ensure compliance with filing protocols.
* Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and other formal communications.
* Maintain databases and records with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality.
* Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for meeting scheduling and event organization.
* Provide general office support, including handling inquiries, organizing meetings, and processing requests.
Profile:
* Proven experience in administrative roles, ideally within international or multinational organizations.
* Sound knowledge of document management and filing systems.
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
* Familiarity with office software such as Microsoft Office.
* ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE EU NATIONALS.
On offer
* Relocation allowance: including a one-way flight ticket, transportation from the airport to a temporary hotel, and one month of paid accommodation while securing permanent housing.
* Hybrid working model.
* 50% subvention on Deutschland ticket.
* Gym membership discount.
* Participation in pension and health scheme.
* 30 days of holiday.
Relocation:
Serco GMBH offers relocation support for all EU passport holders that are planning to relocate to Germany and work for ESA.
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About Serco:
Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the likes of ESA, CNES, EUMETSAT, EUSPA, ASI and NASA.We offer space capabilities across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to Launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development. With over 55 years history in the space sector Serco is well placed to contribute to National strategies across Europe and the globeWe work within the heart of the space sector so understand the challenges our customers face. When it comes to recruitment we are experts in sourcing the very best talent within space engineering, earth observation, satellite communications and cyber security. We have placed hundreds of people from post graduates through to C-suite executives into space agencies, satellite operators, manufacturers, system integrators, consultancies, earth observation/remote sensing, launch providers and much more.