Senior Executive Assistant

Job title:

Senior Executive Assistant

Company

Places for People

Job description

Reporting Group:Thriving Investmentsimage placeholderAt Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply – you could be just who we’re looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we’re more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That’s someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK’s leading Social Enterprise we’re dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!More about your roleYou thrive on managing diaries and inboxes, seamlessly arranging meetings, resolving scheduling conflicts, and ensuring pre-read papers arrive on time. You excel at preparing dynamic agendas, capturing accurate minutes, and orchestrating flawless meeting logistics. Greeting visitors with a smile, you become a master of MS Teams, troubleshooting any issues, and organising unforgettable business events and team activities. You handle travel bookings and expenses like a pro, oversee smooth onboarding for new hires, and create compelling reports and presentations. Collaborating with EAs, you drive efficiency, manage deadlines, adhere to policies, and expertly handle finances. With significant EA/PA experience, you bring digital prowess, complete confidentiality, and a professional, approachable demeanour, representing your leaders with excellence. You will also be responsible for managing the office including working with the managing agent to ensure that all equipment, policies and procedures are adhered to, ensuring there is stationary and work space set up and available.This role follows a hybrid working model based out of our London office on Kingsway, with 3 days per week spent in the office and the remaining 2 days working from home.More About youAs our new Senior Executive Assistant you will have EA/PA experience at the Director level in a dynamic, complex organisation, you excel in navigating IT software, apps, and all Microsoft Office packages with digital prowess. Your unwavering commitment to confidentiality, discretion, and integrity sets you apart, as you professionally and knowledgeably represent your senior leaders and the Places for People Group. You thrive under pressure, maintaining impeccable grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Resourceful and creative, you multitask effortlessly, build valuable networks, and continuously seek self-improvement. Your attention to detail is unmatched, expertly crafting and proofreading complex documents for an executive audience. Proactively immersing yourself in your leaders’ work, you bring energy and excellence to every task, ensuring they are always supported at the highest level.BenefitsWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there’s always more we can do to make you smile, that’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Training and development
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.

What’s next?If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment teamIf you are a Places for People customer and you’re looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold callsArmed Forces – We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Places for People will guarantee an interview for any candidate who has formerly served in the Armed Forces and who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.Disability Confident – We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This helps us to successfully employ and retain people with disabilities and health conditions. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 (Disability Discrimination Act 1995 for NI) defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has sa substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do daily activities.Neurodivergent – Neurodiverse individuals have highly valuable skills, and we recognise that a traditional interview process sometimes works against them and doesn’t allow them to self-advocate. Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.

Expected salary

£45000 per year

Location

London

Job date

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 04:25:47 GMT

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