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Material Source Studio is looking for a studio assistant to join its team in Manchester, UK.

Looking for a career change with a fast moving business?

Due to the relocation of one of our team, Material Source Studio is looking for a studio assistant to join its team in Manchester.

We are seeking a creative, self motivated, friendly individual who thrives in a fast paced, client facing environment. a background in the creative industry is desired, along with a deep understanding of – and enthusiasm for – the design sector we serve. experience in an administrative or customer facing role is also desired, and a background in events is advantageous but not essential. if you want to make your mark and join a super creative team, we’re excited to meet you.

About us

Material Source is a ‘beautifully useful’ space for the architecture, interior design and property community. inspirational and useful in equal measure, we have fast built a reputation as a world class destination with Studios in Manchester, London and Glasgow.

About you:

• passionate about supporting our partners (brands) and members (Architects, designers and property professionals)
• love working in a great team
• comfortable when things get busy
• proactive
• strong communication and organisational skills
• able to multi task
• comfortable to learn new systems including booking systems and calendars, and confident resolving everyday IT issues

The role

Tasks will include:

• acting as a main point of contact for visitors, providing an excellent guest experience
• attain strong product knowledge and industry awareness
• build strong relationships with Studio partners and represent brands confidently and honestly
• support partners with POD updates, sample and stockroom management, literature restocks and display upkeep
• work with the team to ensure the studio is consistently presented to a high standard, including housekeeping, hospitality and meeting space setup
• managing day to day studio administration, including the client booking system and Studio calendar
• help with Studio events, including CPDs, workshops, seminars, roundtables and visits
• some data entry and CRM tasks will be required
• assist with events

Last but by no means least:

• client liaison is key to this role, every visitor is a VIP

Your role is to help deliver an exceptional experience from start to finish.

Though you may not have all of the above experience, a strong work ethic is essential. the rest we can learn as we grow. if you’re curious, proactive and excited to grow as part of a creative, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply

Location: Manchester, UK

Start date : immediate

Salary: £26,500–£30,000 DOE + private healthcare scheme

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08.45am to 17.00pm. candidate will be required to work some of our events and be available for mornings and evenings on a shift system.

To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter via the apply for job button below.

Applications without a covering letter will not be reviewed, and please, no agencies. thank you.

We look forward to hearing from you.

www.materialsource.co.uk