Job Overview

Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference in the world.

This role will provide business, administrative and research support to the Global Alliances business development and external relations team. Candidates interested in developing their understanding of international business and global project development would be ideal for this role.

Role

• Support the development of Arup’s Global Alliances business development and external relations team

• Help drive the China outbound element of the programme, playing a key role in establishing links between Chinese and ASEAN business organisations to promote Arup project development in third countries

• Research and compile monthly reports on Chinese investment activities

• Track and record project progress in designated database

• Liaise with staff in multiple regions where necessary

• Assist with general administrative tasks, e.g. producing minutes, reports and meeting papers

• Assist with planning and coordination of delegation events and meetings

• Provide translation / interpretation (English to Chinese and vice versa) support where necessary

• Assist with communications to event participants and stakeholders

• Attend external events where necessary

Requirements

• Fluent in written and spoken English and Mandarin (Simplified Chinese)

• Competency with Microsoft Office: Outlook, MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work with and support multiple members of the team

• Knowledge of Chinese / Asian business markets preferred

• Some appreciation of global business norms and cultural awareness would be helpful

• Candidates must have right to live and work in the UK

Reward And Benefits

We offer a competitive salary at all levels, and one of the best benefits package in our sector.

 

Core benefits include cover under the UK Healthcare Plan (private medical insurance), Life Assurance, Accident Insurance, and Income Protection (long term disability) cover. Core benefits are funded by us and made available to all permanent staff in order to support and safeguard your financial, physical and mental wellbeing. You will also have access to a grade-related Flexible Benefits Fund which you can choose to take as extra cash, or spend on a wide range of Choice Benefits to help you with your work / life balance.

 

In addition all permanent employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme. Subject to scheme rules employees can receive two Profit Share payments per year, which are dependent on the firm’s financial performance.