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Executive Assistant

37 Hours Per Week

Circa £42,000 per annum

We are looking for someone with great interpersonal skills and an adaptable and organised approach to join us as an Executive Assistant. This role will support the Executive Director and the wider leadership team of our Investment and Growth department, and will provide comprehensive executive support, including a full confidential administrative service, along with diary and email management.

The successful candidate will need to build an understanding and knowledge of the organisation and Executive Director's key areas of responsibility, as well as working closely with the other Executive Assistants to ensure support is provided across the Executive Team, Committees and the Board, including minute taking.

To be successful in this role you will need to:

• Have experience providing EA support at a senior level
• Feel confident to challenge, and prioritise workload independently
• Have experience of handling sensitive or confidential information discreetly
• Be able to build strong internal relationships, effectively communicating with colleagues whilst upholding our values
• Have strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a heavy workload
• Be confident in using IT systems and proficient in the use of MS Office programmes

Reasons why you should apply:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Leading Employee Assistance Programme, gym discounts, WPA NHS cash back scheme
• Excellent employer pension contributions up to 12%
• Life assurance 4x annual salary
• Comprehensive induction programme.
• Flexible, adaptive management style to suit your needs.
• Hybrid working available with a modern, recently refurbished office in Horsham

About Saxon Weald

Saxon Weald is a forward-thinking, fun, vibrant place to work, and we employ great people who are committed to our values. We are passionate about customer service and delivering an excellent customer experience. We have over 6,000 properties (81% in Horsham District, 6% in West Sussex, 5% in East Sussex, 8% in Hampshire).

We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented within Saxon Weald - these include women, people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and LGBTQI+ people. Join us and you’ll be part of an exceptionally friendly and welcoming team who work hard so that together we can make a positive difference.

We reserve the right to call candidates to interview or withdraw this vacancy at any time if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible.