Personal Assistant / Pa / Executive Assistant

Job Title: Personal Assistant / PA / Executive Assistant

Location: Guildford

Salary: £32k - £40k per annum DOE

Job Type: Full Time - Permanent

Jake Catling, Director of The Landscaping Consultants Ltd is searching for the right candidate to help him drive his company and vision for the landscaping industry forward.

The company follows director Jake Catling's lead-by-example presence and bold go-getting attitude. Jake individually, and TLC are award-winning; from Pro Landscaper's '30 under 30' to Gold medals at Chelsea Flower Show. Demonstrating the company's drive, ambition, and precision craftsmanship.

Jake is also a Director of Bali; the industry's leading trade association and believes in helping the industry as a whole.

A bit about us:

The Landscaping Consultants is a modern, residential landscaping contractor with a difference. Our forward-thinking approach and lead-by- example ethos mean we stay ahead of the curve.

Utilising the latest technology, machinery and management, combined with our extensive expertise, we offer a professional, tailored approach to each of our client projects. Delivering award-winning, beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces with precision and that all-important TLC.

Job Description:

We are looking for proactive staff members passionate about what they do in life and at work.

The ideal candidate will be extremely organised, articulate, and happy to assist when required. They will be able to think on their feet, come up with new ideas and make decisions when necessary. If you are energetic and have a strong desire to work in a fun, inclusive, and dynamic working environment, we are looking for you.

What you'll do:

• Organise and manage the Director's diary, setting meetings and reminders
• Assisting the Director in all his daily tasks
• Assisting in implementing and maintaining systems
• Ensuring incoming and outgoing messages are recorded and conveyed accurately
• Monitoring the Director's emails and flagging important ones
• Meeting preparation, taking minutes and subsequently distributing to all participants
• Maintaining relationships with client contacts and other stakeholder organisation representatives
• Managing databases and filing systems
• Light financial administration- lease hire arrangements -insurance etc
• Supervise the organisation and coordination of events as requested
• To undertake any other reasonable duties as required to achieve the role objective
• To remain at all times discreet and diplomatic and to maintain the highest levels of integrity and confidentiality
• Personal diary organisation
• Managing employee schedules and potential conflicts
• Keeping stock of office and kitchen supplies
• Helping to establish and maintain office procedures
• Supporting with staff recruitment & induction

Your Key Attributes:

• Proficient in Word, Excel and Google Drive (Connecteam and Monday.com would be a plus but not essential)
• Self-motivated
• Positive
• Confident
• Organised
• Enthusiastic
• Flexible & adaptable
• Good communicator
• Ability to work both alone and as part of a team
• Reliable
• Trustworthy
• Negotiation skills

The Rewards:

• 28 days annual leave ( inc public holidays)
• Flexitime working hours
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunities for external training
• Be part of an ambitious, fun, and award-winning team
• Pension scheme

To apply, please note:

• You must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Please note that if you do not receive a response within 14 days of submitting your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful, we thank you for your interest.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; PA, Personal Assistant, EA to Associate, PA to Associate, EA to Partner, PA to Partner, Office Assistant, Business Administrator, Executive Assistant, Business Assistant, Secretary will also be considered for this role.