Executive Assistant

Job Title: Executive Assistant
Type of Business: Public Sector
Location: Oldham
Annual Salary: 29,000
Start Date: ASAP
Length of Contract: Six Months
Hours: 37
GI Group are now seeking to appoint a n Executive Assistant to our client based in Oldham. The Executive Assistant support the Chief Executive Officer in delivering the organisation's strategic objectives. They will also provide administrative support to the Executive Directors and Board Members as required.
Main Duties of the Executive Assistant:
To provide a comprehensive administration and secretarial support service including minute taking, word processing, photocopying, email, diary management etc.To proactively manage the Chief Executive's busy diary which involves liaison with high profile and senior personnel including Government departments and agencies, MPs, and Chief Executives/Senior Staff of other national and regional bodies.To coordinate SLT meetings (and other internal/external meetings) as directed by the CEO including the booking of venues, managing attendance, agendas, key documents, catering and refreshments etc.To undertake research related to business planning, operational activities of the Group and its development projects; prepare reports, responses and statistical information as required.To respond to public enquiries regarding the CEO via telephone, letter and / or email some of which may be sensitive and / or confidential in nature.To receive visitors and the arranging of hospitality.To co–ordinate the production, commission and circulation of key documents and other information.To assist the CEO with internal and external communications by drafting and creating PowerPoint and other presentations, ensuring appropriate input from other managers as necessary.Role Requirements:
Minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade C or aboveAttention to detail and thorough administrative skillsStrong IT skillsExcellent secretarial skills and minimum 60 WPM typing speedAbility to work on own initiative and as part of a teamDiscretion and the ability to maintain confidentialityPrior experience of supporting Board Members and other Non–Executive DirectorsExperience in preparing Board papers, agendas, and minute taking
Hiring Contact: Laura Vieira
Agency: GI Group
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