Executive Assistant

We have an exciting full-time opportunity for an Executive Assistant to join our reputable client in the construction and manufacturing sector based on the outskirts of York in Tockwith.

Working closely and effectively with the Managing Director and CEO, keeping them well informed on day to day activities and upcoming commitments and responsibilities. The role will be varied and challenging and will include managing appointments and meetings, composing and preparing correspondence, arranging travel plans and itineraries and agendas.

You will have previous experience within a similar Executive Assistant role and level, be confident in making decisions and have excellent communication and IT skills.

This EA role will consist of:

Coordinate executive communications, including taking calls, responding to emails and interfacing with clients.
Prepare and store internal and external corporate documents for team members.
Scheduling, agenda preparation, note taking and filing of minutes for executive and operational board meetings.
Diary management, including scheduling of meetings and efficient timeboxing of director activity.
Management of travel itineraries.
Uphold a strict level of confidentiality.
Develop and sustain a level of professionalism among staff and clients. The hours are Monday to Friday (phone number removed)pm (40 hours) and the salary offering is between £(phone number removed) dependant on experience.

Company Benefits

Relaxed and friendly open plan working environment
Kitchen facilities, coffee machine and BBQ area
Smart office wear i.e jeans and smart shirt or top
Working Monday to Friday, weekdays only
Statutory holiday entitlement of 28 days plus after 3 years' service you are entitled to 1 extra day per year up to 5 days
Death in service benefit
Completely free Employee Assistance program for employees, partners and any children
Progression within the business to take on more responsibilityCastle Employment Group is an award-winning recruitment company based in Scarborough, Leeds and York. With over 50 years of experience, we deliver a market leading service building long-term relationships with our candidates. We offer an honest, straightforward approach, tailored to deliver exactly what our candidates need.

Castle Employment provides temporary, permanent and contract employment opportunities throughout Yorkshire and the UK. Our highly experienced team of consultants are all specialists within their field of recruitment and have a thorough understanding and knowledge of their roles ensuring that they can deliver a perfect match for your career aspirations.

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