Post-ex report quality assurance and editing officer

The Position:

Archaeological Research Services Ltd are recruiting a Post-ex report quality assurance and editing officer to support Project Managers on a variety of project work. We have positions available for an immediate start.

Are you a highly motivated, go-getter with an ability to complete work rapidly and to deadlines? Do you have a deep passion for delivering value and benefit through archaeology? Are you highly organised, efficient and with a high work-rate? You need to be self-disciplined, able to produce and edit reports and publications for a variety of archaeological projects. You will be proficient with using GIS, and able to initiate and edit graphics in CAD. This post will be based at one of our offices, with the expectation to travel to the Bakewell office for regular meetings and training with the flexibility for a degree of home working. You will need to be prepared to travel for site work visits as appropriate.

Applications are invited for a professional, highly motivated and capable Post-ex report quality assurance and editing officer. You will have experience of producing and editing high quality reports for a wide range of projects. You will have responsibility for undertaking and delivering a wide range of project outputs to assist Project Managers and where you will be accountable to a Projects Manager. You will have excellent written English skills and will be responsible for contributing work on commercial and research-based archaeological projects. You must also have strong IT skills and ideally be competent in the use of GIS and CAD. A good knowledge of British archaeology is essential and a good insight into planning requirements will be an advantage. You must be able to work as an effective team member who can be relied on to deliver to tight deadlines. We are a high performing company with a professional yet friendly culture with many outstanding performers. We maintain a high commitment to staff development and training and look forward to supporting career development and developing people to be the best they can be.

In return, we offer an exciting range of employee benefits: 

• Competitive salary

• Bonus scheme linked to achieving Company performance targets

• Attractive Company pension contribution

• Life assurance cover

• Sector-leading commitment to training and career progression

• Member of the Company’s health cash plan which includes a wide range of health services and financial support

• Discounts and rewards on health, fitness and entertainment

• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)

• Additional annual leave awarded according to accrued length of service

• Accommodation provided for away work with subsistence

• Full personal protective equipment and Company branded workwear

• 100% of CIfA subscription fees and CSCS card fees

To apply, visit our website www.archaeologicalresearchservices.com/about-us/careers/  and download, fill in and submit all the required documentation set out below and send to personnel@archaeologicalresearchservices.com. If you would like to discuss the post with us then please ring us on 01629 814540 and ask for ‘personnel’.

Applicants must complete and send in;

·Covering letter comprising 250 words on why you consider yourself a suitable candidate.

·Full CV

·Application form (downloadable from our website)

·Equal opportunities form (optional)

Closing Date: 31^st May 2022, however earlier applications are very much welcomed