Executive Assistant/Business Manager
Company based in Leicester
Salary – up to £50,000 dependant on experience
This is a great opportunity to join an innovative and entrepreneurial financial services business that puts its people and its clients at the heart of everything that it does. They are growing fast and their ambitions are unbounded. They take their responsibilities seriously and are a Certified B Corporation.
This role will suit an experienced Executive Assistant or Business Manager who prides themselves on their organisational ability and who loves independence and the ability to truly take ownership of their role.
What our client needs from you as an Executive Assistant/Business Manager
*Organisational excellence and attention to detail. You must be able to demonstrate that you’re able to handle multiple priorities effectively whilst maintaining outstanding attention to detail.
*Problem solving and solutions focus. You will be expected to anticipate challenges and deliver workable solutions independently.
*Resilience. The role is fast paced and you will often be managing numerous potentially conflicting priorities. You should be able to demonstrate your ability to maintain your composure in such scenarios, even when facing setbacks.
*Effective and clear communication. You will be required to communicate effectively, clearly and concisely at all times.
What the roles involves
*Providing high level and effective support to the Group MD, including diary management and gatekeeping. Managing the Group MD’s schedule, ensuring efficiency and minimal interruption. Acting as the primary point of contact for the MD to accurately filter and prioritise activity.
*Problem solving and independence – using sound judgment and experience to solve complex and sensitive situations. Taking ownership of tasks without needing to seek permission or direction from the MD.
*Co-ordinating the executive team – ensuring that the senior team within the business are well organised and their activities are effectively coordinated. This will include organising meetings, setting agendas, accurately minuting meetings and ensuring that actions are tracked and completed.
Salary/hours: Up to £50,000 per year dependant on experience. Working 37.5 hours per week.
Benefits:
*Some flexibility offered for home/hybrid working
*25 days holiday plus opportunity to buy/sell 5 days per annum
*Private Medical Insurance for employee with the opportunity to add your family (includes Vitality rewards package & virtual GP)
*5% of basic pension contribution
*4 x Death in Service
*Employee Assistance Program
*Extra “Passion Days” available too, where they encourage you to follow your passions
*Discounted fees for staff & family financial advice
*Opportunities to progress and develop both personally and professionally
*Modern offices with showers and free parking
Our client is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce, and they look for candidates who have a high level of demonstrated comfort with cultural competency. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, sex, marital or parental status, disability, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Please apply now!