Executive Assistant

Location Newton-le-Willows
Discipline: Workplace & Facilities Management
Job type: Permanent
Job ref: 003323
Published: about 2 months ago

There is no other business quite like ours, we think this is a special place to work, even if we do say so ourselves! That means an opportunity like this is not to be missed!

 

We have been making life taste better since 1908. As well as our refreshingly different Vimto taste, our varied brand portfolio spans the still, carbonated, post-mix, and frozen drinks categories – so you will find us in your local supermarket, pub and leisure outlet. We also work with the UK’s leading food manufacturers to provide a truly unique range of products everyone loves.

 

At the heart of everything is our rich family heritage, an unrelenting ambition to keep innovating, and a true pride in who we are. It is our team of talented people that make us. We are actively looking for difference and we are working hard to make sure all our practices are inclusive.

 

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY: 

 

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to support our Board Members and members of our Senior Leadership Team through confidential assistant services and administration across a broad range of business requirements including; Director diary management, travel co-ordination, corporate event planning, and creative content design for internal and external stakeholders presentations, videos and communication.

 

YOUR ROLE WILL INCLUDE: 

  • Confidential support to Directors, The Board and some senior managers where appropriate

  • Diary management for CEO, CFO, People Director & The Board

  • Board Administration & coordination of Board Meetings, working with Co. Sec to ensure agenda, papers and minutes are published in line with Board rhythm

  • Organisation of the City Investor roadshows

  • Arranging meetings on behalf of Directors

  • Organise meetings and events for the Senior Leadership Team

  • Arrange corporate/charity events

  • Arrange travel for Directors, The Board and some Senior Managers where appropriate

  • Arrange Inductions for new People Team employees and Directors’ Big Hello sessions with new employees

  • Ensuring invoices are raised and paid in accordance with payment cycles

  • General administration duties including preparing reports and presentations, writing letters, scanning, binding etc.

  • Manage and organise the utilisation of Manchester United Hospitality Tickets

  • Charity request co-ordination

  • Occasional minute and action taking during meetings

  • Manage the info@nichols and info@vimto inboxes

  • Ownership alongside other EAs’ of stationary ordering for Head Office

 

YOU WILL HAVE EXPERIENCE IN: 

  • Previous role undertaking Executive assistant duties at Board and Director level ensuring confidentiality and discretion is always maintained

  • Working across a broad range of activities, prioritising tasks, meeting deadlines all within a fast paced environment

  • Event project management

  • Designing presentations, videos and communication content

  • Minute taking, proofreading and editing abilities

  • Using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) to an advanced level and competent with video editing software

  • Proven track record of working with stakeholders across multiple business areas, building effective relationships

 

YOU WILL ALSO HAVE‿ 

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate needs and proactively address them

  • Highly effective communication skills – impact and influence at all levels of the business

  • A completer / finisher mentality and be highly organised

  • The ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team

  • Resilience and Drive to keep going in a fast paced and agile environment

  • A passion for embracing and driving change

 

BENEFITS OF WORKING @VIMTO 

 

No matter where you work in our business you will be entitled to a range of amazing benefits, here is a snapshot of what we can offer you:

  • 25 days holiday (with opportunity to buy extra every year)

  • A generous pension scheme

  • Annual Bonus

  • Save as you Earn Share Scheme

  • Option to join our private medical cover scheme

 

AND LET’S NOT FORGET THE PERKS‿ 

 

We are also proud to offer:

  • Holiday home stay

  • Your birthday off work

  • 1 day a year off work to volunteer in the community (you choose when and where)

Help yourself to our drinks and slush drinks when Join us and #findyourdifferent

 

While our people tell us Nichols plc is a great place to work, we know we can do more. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are learning what this means every day.

 

We are striving to ensure we are building more diverse teams, we are at our best when we bring together our different life experiences, ways of thinking and individuality.

 

Any job offer is subject to an individual’s Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas.