Established in London in 1814 Purdey are today world renowned for the finest craftsman made side by side and over and under shotguns and double barrel and bolt action rifles, each one fully bespoke to their client's specifications and needs. Purdey's exclusive range of men and women's shooting and country clothing and accessories reflects the same attention to detail. We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Chairman / CEO. This is a pivotal role at the heart of Purdey, offering the chance to work closely with our Chairman / CEO, as well as wider management, contributing significantly to the smooth running of the business. You will be the central point of contact for direct reports, UHNW clients, and play a key role in supporting the operations at Purdey at the Royal Berkshire Shooting School. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and possess an 'always on' attitude, this could be your next career move. HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT: Act as the Chairman's Assistant High volume of daily organisation of appointments, travel and itineraries across time zones – forward looking to avoid clashes Drafts and manages correspondence e-mail and letters with the Royal Household, titled individuals and clients Manages expenses, mileage and congestion charge claims Drafts agendas, minutes and organisation of PRB, Richemont and Purdey Board meetings Prepares presentations and Richemont reports Manages all shoot invitations and guest lists Organises events for CEO and Leadership Team (away days, monthly meetings, dinners and etc) Organises internal company events (Summer/Christmas parties and Town Halls) Maintains filing systems across multiple Microsoft platforms including OneDrive Facilitates all requests quickly and clearly. ‘Always on’ attitude. Punctual and reliable Acts as an office manager – orders stationary and other office supplies for the HQ office and flagship store, is main point of contact for any issues at the HQ offices Act as Assistant to the Management Teams at Purdey, at RBSG and with Richemont Support for organisation of appointments, travel and itineraries Correspondence e-mail and letters with individuals and clients Drafts agendas, minutes and organisation of Purdey LT meetings Prepares presentations and Richemont reports Maintains filing systems across multiple Microsoft platforms including OneDrive Manages Purdey Sustainability Projects Oversees Royal Warrants Project (applications for new Royal Warrants and maintenance of the existing Royal Warrants) Works closely with the Gun Sales Team and organises private VIC Shoots, as well as acts as the main point of contact for the clients during these events Manages expenses and processes the invoices Leads onboarding and offboarding processes Keeps track of important dates for the employees (birthdays, anniversaries and etc), as well as manages gifts/cards for the employees Looks after IT hardware for the company (phones, laptops, IT systems on different sites) Manage various ad-hoc projects Meet agreed deadlines for each project. Manage ongoing requirements. Ensure adequate provision is made regarding effective communications in a crisis HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US? Pro-active in looking at future requirements for travel, paperwork etc. Proposes solutions You possess a positive, "can do" attitude and demonstrate confidence and professionalism in all interactions Strong organisational skills are paramount, coupled with the ability to navigate ambiguity and pre-empt issues A natural problem-solver who uses initiative and thinks ahead Capable of presenting information clearly and confidently to internal teams, external stakeholders, and clients A collaborative and enthusiastic team player Professional and confident phone manner Excellent written and spoken English is essential Intermediate in MS Office YOUR JOURNEY WITH US: We aim to provide a valuable recruitment process, allowing you to gain exposure to some key decision makers and influencing individuals: Initial screening call with Richemont Talent Team 1st Interview with a member of the Purdey Management Team Final Interview with the Chairman / CEO Richemont WeCraftTheFuture