Executive Assistant

**Job Summary**

Our Executive Assistant will:

- Provide high-level administrative support to the Planning Director
- Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements
- At times, a secretariat function may be required at meetings
- Build customer relations with clients
- Handle confidential information with discretion
- Maintain annual leave and sickness records
- Maintain company and project filing systems
- Assist the Business and Communications Managers with tasks
- Contribute to the daily running of the office
- Participate in team meetings

**The Successful Applicant**
- Experience as a Personal Assistant, or similar role.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional telephone etiquette.
- Proficient in using productivity tools, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in all tasks.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and business needs.
- Previous experience in a small business environment is desirable but not mandatory.
- Personable & kind approach towards others is essential.

Training can be given for all of the above but experience would be helpful.

From January 2024, our office will be based at Claydon Estate near to Botolph Claydon in Buckinghamshire. There is no public transport and so access to a car is essential. Our current core office days are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday but this is a flexible arrangement. Other time is spent working from home. Must be comfortable around dogs

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: From £15,600.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Flexitime

Supplemental pay types:

- Yearly bonus

Ability to Commute:

- Buckinghamshire, MK18 2EX (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Buckinghamshire, MK18 2EX: Relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Buckinghamshire, MK18 2EX

Application deadline: 30/11/2023
Reference ID: VTP - 01
Expected start date: 08/01/2024