Executive Assistant to Commercial Director
3 days ago
Leicester
Description of Role: We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to our Commercial Director. You'll be central to the effectiveness of the commercial team, managing a broad mix of administrative, project and people-related work. You will be privy to top-level, confidential information, and it is essential that you are always discreet and absolutely confidential. Responsibilities: • Manage the Commercial Director's email and calendar, acting as gatekeeper and primary point of contact for internal and external communications., • Track and report on team numbers, KPIs, wins and losses, and follow up on outstanding actions from meetings and reports., • Research products, ideas, costings and ROI to support decision-making., • Coordinate meetings, take notes and drive accountability for follow-up actions., • Draft correspondence, presentations and reports., • Support HR processes including probation reviews, appraisals and skills matrix upkeep., • Organise travel, hotels and team events, including venues and catering., • Help document and run company systems and processes and lead smaller projects on the Director's behalf. Essentials: • Highly organised, discreet and diligent., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Comfortable managing shifting priorities under deadline pressure., • Confident following people up and driving action independently., • An excellent cultural fit with Plant Plan, someone who shares our values and mindset., • An enthusiastic adopter of AI in the workplace (desirable). Minimum required experience: • PA/EA role: 4 years, • Educated to A-Level or above (desirable) Required licenses or certifications: • UK right to work Benefits & Perks: • Quarterly Performance Bonus Scheme, • Full Medical & Dental Insurance from Day 1, • 31 Days Holiday including Bank Holidays, • Additional Long Service Holidays, • Company Pension, • 2 Days Paid Sick Leave P/A, • Enhanced Maternity Leave, • Salary Sacrifice EV Scheme, • On-site Parking, • Casual Dress, • Company Events About Us: Headquartered in Enderby, Leicester, with an Operational Hub in Enfield, North London; Plant Plan are a rapidly growing, ambitious company that specialises in commercial planting schemes for offices, hotels and restaurants. We’re a service provider, helping our clients create beautiful spaces where their team and customers will want to spend time and work together. We are a family-owned company that believes success is reached through caring first for the Plant Plan team and our Customers. We are growing rapidly and have a clear roadmap for continued success, meaning there are always opportunities for development, promotion, and learning new skills. Our Core Values: • Exceed Expectations, • Make Things Happen, • Do the Right Thing, • Always Look for Ways To Improve, • Care For Your Colleagues, Customers and the Community