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Executive Assistant

Reed
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 1TU, England

Salary

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Office Manager position is a full-time role located in Abingdon with a salary range of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum.
  • The successful candidate will provide critical administrative support to 9 members of the Senior Leadership Team and report directly to the CEO.
  • Candidates are required to have proven experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Key responsibilities include managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling sensitive tasks with discretion.
  • The role demands exceptional organizational skills, adaptability to changing priorities, and a commitment to maintaining a professional office environment.

Office Manager

  • Location: Abingdon
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Reed is currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established company based in Abingdon for an Executive Assistant to provide critical administrative support to 9 members of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and, whilst ensuring the office remains a functional, professional environment. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this position is pivotal in maintaining the company's standards and efficiency.

Day-to-day of the role:

Administrative Support:

  • Manage schedules, coordinate meetings, and organise travel arrangements for the SLT.
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence with precision and professionalism.
  • Handle sensitive and confidential tasks with discretion.

Meeting & Event Coordination:

  • Organise meetings, draft agendas, take minutes, and ensure follow-up actions are tracked and completed.
  • Assist in the planning and execution of special projects or ad hoc events.

Office Operations:

  • Serve as the first point of contact for office-related enquiries and welcome visitors to Head Office.
  • Support Heads of Department to maintain a functional, professional work environment compliant with health, safety, and security protocols.

Collaboration & Project Support:

  • Work closely with internal teams and external partners to support cross-departmental projects and initiatives.
  • Adapt to evolving priorities, taking on additional responsibilities as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams).
  • Exceptional organisational and multitasking abilities, with a demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • A high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Personal Attributes:

  • Proactive, resourceful, and solutions oriented.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and demands.
  • Collaborative and approachable, fostering a positive and professional team environment.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

If this role is for you, then please 'Apply Today' with an updated CV.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.