ABOUT LGC STANDARDS:
LGC Standards is a division of LGC Group, the UK’s designated National Measurement Institute for chemical and bioanalytical measurements. We are a leading global manufacturer and service provider of quality assurance and research tools, supporting analytical needs in more than 120 countries worldwide. We use our expertise to produce to the highest standards, including ranges produced under ISO/IEC 17025 and accredited to ISO 17034. Our wide range of reference materials and proficiency testing schemes is complemented by our experience in outsourcing and customs, enabling us to adapt quickly to provide tailored solutions that meet our customers’ analytical needs. We innovate and apply science in order to ensure the safety and integrity of products and services, in line with our vision of science for a safer world.
Responsibilities and Duties
Reception/Front Desk
- Receive all visitors and to contact the primary contacts
- Answer and route incoming calls
- Handle incoming and exiting mail
- Ensure security and visitor policies are followed
- Problem solve front office issues and problems
- Manage office and/or other supplies
Support the Facilities Department
- Assist the Facilities Leaders and Associates in a wide range of activities
- Security related tasks and initiatives
- Seating plan updates and adjustments
- Assist with site wide, local or departmental communications
Support Other Departments as Required
- Various mini-projects and tasks will be assigned that arise in EHS, HR, and other departments
- Other possible duties may include data entry and or analysis, back-up responsibilities to various roles
- Assist with meeting and event planning, meals, town halls, etc.
- Assist with PowerPoint and other presentations
- Assist with various dedicated and specific software
Perform other Duties
- Perform other duties and complete additional projects as assigned, commensurate with job knowledge and experience
- Ensure appropriate processes and procedures are established, personnel are trained and adhering to them
Essential Knowledge & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in science or other disciplines
- 2-3 years experience in a business setting
Behavioural & Interpersonal Competencies:
- Strong Problem Solving
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be able to multitasking
- Strong Attention to detail
- Strong Time Management
- Strong Active listening
Work Conditions and Environment
- 100% on-site
- Typically working in an office environment
- May be required to walk through office and operational areas
The typical pay range for this role is:
Minimum: CAD$ 52,000/ Yearly
Maximum: CAD$ 62,000/ Yearly
This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for the position. The actual base salary will depend on several factors such as: experience, skills, and location.
What we offer (Canada based-employees)
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and dependents.
- RRSP with matching employer contribution.
- Group retirement plan.
- PTO and Personal Care Days.
- Professional development and extended growth opportunities across the TRC and LGC networks.
- Subsidized corporate gym membership with GoodLife Fitness and store and restaurant discounts.
- Cheer Program where employees are recognized for outstanding work.
- Companywide social events.
ABOUT LGC:
LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.
OUR VALUES
- PASSION
- CURIOSITY
- INTEGRITY
- BRILLIANCE
- RESPECT
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.
For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in science or other disciplines
- 2-3 years experience in a business setting
LGC Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about LGC and has not been reviewed or approved by LGC.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage with FSA/HSA options are consistently part of the package, and private medical is cited where applicable in the UK. Coverage is often characterized as solid alongside other core benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with employer contribution in the U.S. and pension schemes in the UK, complemented by life and disability insurance. These elements are highlighted as part of a standard-to-competitive core package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, holidays, sick leave, and family leave are broadly available, with some sites offering a year‑end shutdown. Flexibility and local leave programs contribute to a generally well-rounded time‑off offering.
LGC Insights
What We Do
LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality and range. LGC’s tools play a key role in customer workflows from discovery applications through to commercial manufacture and enable its customers to: bring new diagnostics and therapies to market; progress research and development; optimise food production; and continuously monitor and enhance the quality of food, the environment and consumer products. LGC’s 175+ years of scientific heritage, combined with a track record of innovation and value-enhancing acquisitions, has enabled the company to build its product portfolio and expertise, and develop deep relationships with customers, industry partners and the global scientific community. LGC’s core purpose of Science for a safer world and its core values of passion, curiosity, integrity, brilliance and respect, drive its culture. As of 30 June 2021, it employs 4,350 employees, of which over 1,175 employees hold PhD and/or master’s degrees. Its products and services are delivered by highly qualified and experienced teams, operating from a global network of accredited sites that showcase its scientific and manufacturing capabilities.
