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Arbetsbeskrivning
A position has arisen at the British Embassy in the Consular and Visa Section for an Assistant Visa Clerk/switchboard operator. This position is part time with the successful candidate working 70% over 5 days (approximately 5 1/2 hours per day).
Summary
The Consular / Visa Section of the Embassy deals with public on a daily basis, making decisions on applications for visas to the U.K., and also dealing with British nationals living in, or visiting, Sweden.
We are looking for someone to become a member of a small, hardworking, efficient team. The successful applicant will have a strong work ethic, excellent inter personal skills, a good telephone manner and previous experience of working with the public and to tight deadlines. The ability to deal with high levels of stress whilst maintaining a good demeanour both with colleagues and customers is essential.
Previous experience of life in the U.K. would be advantageous. Experience of dealing with people from a range of backgrounds and cultures and an understanding of diversity and multiculturalism would be an asset.
The Job
As an Assistant Visa Clerk/switchboard operator you will be dealing with the public on the telephone in both English and Swedish. You will be providing general information to visa applicants and act as the first point of contact for consular enquiries. You will also provide general office support and assistance to the Consular and Visa team.
Essential Skills and Experience
-Good communication and telephone skills - fluency in English and Swedish.
-Positive attitude, flexibility, an ability to learn quickly, and to adapt to a fast paced working environment.
-Experience of working in an office environment.
-Ability to work well in stressful situations.
-Good IT skills - basic Office package
-Aptitude for providing a customer driven service.
The British Embassy is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity. It does not discriminate on grounds of gender, disability, ethnic origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age and faith or on any other factor irrelevant to an individual's work.