Executive Assistant to VP

3 weeks ago

Leatherhead, United Kingdom KBR Full time

Title:

Executive Assistant to VP

Location – Leatherhead/ hybrid working but must be able to be on site as and when required.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK with a 3-year footprint in order to obtain the necessary security clearance.

The Role

As the Executive Assistant to the Vice President (VP) for the Government Solutions International (GSI) – Projects & Programmes (P&P) business unit, you will play a crucial role in providing personalised support and assistance to the VP of the business unit and be a member of the senior leadership team. You will be responsible for maintaining high levels of confidentiality, managing complex schedules, coordinating travel arrangements, and facilitating seamless communication between clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

Provide high-level administrative support to an executive level leader, including managing correspondence and calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings and travel

Maintain an efficient office environment to include assisting in the ordering of supplies/equipment, arranging for office equipment or repairs, coordinating office renovations

Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism

Act as a primary point of contact for VP and appropriate associated peers and/or direct reports, efficiently managing communication and correspondence

Workflow Management:

Summarise correspondence, highlight key issues or topics for review, and follow up to ensure proper and timely response

Manage the workflow of multiple matters, within a continuously adapting schedule, for VP

Prepare and review non-routine letters, memos, documents, and various reports for Senior Executive signature to ensure compliance with correspondence guidelines

Update and maintain records and files using appropriate records management system

Develop creative approaches and alternatives to the resolution of issues and problems

Travel Coordination:

Organise domestic and international travel arrangements, including travel permissions, flights, accommodation, ground transportation, and itinerary planning

Ensure travel logistics align with VP’s preferences, and security requirements

Anticipate and address any potential travel disruptions or issues proactively

Willingness to, on occasion, resolve emergency arrangements or issues that arise outside of normal working week attendance

Financial Administration:

Processing and submission of expense claims

Assist in managing financial transactions, including invoice payments, expense reports, and reconciliations

Liaise with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of expenses

Maintain records of financial documents and ensure compliance with relevant regulations

Event Planning and Coordination:

Coordinate and oversee the planning and execution of events, meetings, and gatherings hosted by VP

Collaborate with vendors, venues, and external partners to ensure events are executed seamlessly

Manage invitations, RSVPs, and guest lists, ensuring a smooth experience for attendees

Prepare to host Senior Executive visitors to include passing security clearances and escorting

Client Relationship Management:

Foster strong relationships with VP understanding their preferences, needs, and priorities

Act as a liaison between clients and internal teams, ensuring prompt resolution of enquiries and requests

Manage & prioritise face to face arrangement, calendar and email correspondence as required to maximise availability of VP for the most advantageous commercial needs of the business

Maintain an awareness of internal structural levels and hierarchy within the organisation

Provide exceptional customer service and personalized attention to enhance the client experience

What We Need

We need someone who is highly adaptable and can efficiently handle changing priorities and tasks

Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with a high level of professionalism and discretion

Excellent emotional intelligence with suitable written and verbal skills. Have the ability to adapt style as appropriate to the specific audience/recipient

Excellent organisational/planning skills

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate needs and address issues proactively

Proactive can-do attitude as part of a great business

Demonstrate complete digital literacy and a quick aptitude for learning new systems

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (preferred)

What we Offer

Meaningful work that makes a difference to the world that we live in – making it a safer, sustainable and more secure place.

A Company where you can Connect, Belong and Grow

Competitive salary and benefits package

Exposure to high profile clients and prestigious networks

Dynamic and collaborative work environment underpinned by a great culture

Join Our Talent Community

At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible daily.

Better, Stronger, Together

Our employees are the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re dedicated to creating collaborative environments that transcend cultures and geographical boundaries, where all ideas, viewpoints and input are heard, respected and considered.

Working at KBR means being rewarded for your contributions. In addition to competitive benefits and professional development, our people are empowered to use all their potential, creating meaningful change for themselves and our clients. We attract the best minds in the world because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness and collaboration. That is how we supply our clients with cutting-edge solutions and services.

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