Department Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven, organised, highly motivated Executive Assistant to support the two of our Executive Directors – Our Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Property Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to join a successful, fast paced company, delivering a high service and interacting with all areas of the business. The role will be based at our Support Centre in Syston, Leicestershire and will require occasional visits to other sites across the country. We operate a hybrid working environment, but this role will involve 3-4 days in our office each week.
What you'll be doing
Supporting the Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Property Officer in their Executive roles through organization and general management. Ensuring they have what they need on a day-to-day basis. Working collaboratively as part of the EA team.
* Manage extensive and often challenging electronic diaries using Microsoft Outlook
* Act as a key point of contact between the leadership team and other key parties, setting up meetings as appropriate and maintaining good communication
* Make travel arrangements, book accommodation and process claims for expenses
* Support the Commercial and Property leadership teams with large meeting, event, and diary coordination
* Collate presentations and full meeting packs using PowerPoint, Word and Excel
* Work as an integral part of a busy EA team including cover/support as required
* Prepare and support executive meetings and events
* Email manage the executives
* Perform ad‑hoc tasks the director may require
What we'll look for in you
* Previous experience as an Executive Assistant
* Previous experience working in the Retail sector
* Excellent organizational and communication skills
* A team player, this role includes working closely with the small EA team
* The ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times as you will be dealing with sensitive data and information
* Flexibility with a proactive approach to work including the ability to prioritize and re‑prioritize using your own initiative
* The ideal candidate will be assertive, a forward thinker and a problem solver
* The interpersonal skills to engage with a wide range of stakeholders to support executives with their work
* Keen attention to detail and being able to maintain a calm disposition under pressure
* Possess a valid driving license and willingness to drive to other Dunelm sites
The following behaviors are some examples of how these values materialise for an Executive Assistant at Dunelm:
* Connecting and Communicating: liaising with different stakeholders across the business and building strong relationships. Having strong interpersonal skills will be key.
* Adapting: this role takes on a variety of different responsibilities and requires flexibility – you’ll get involved with everything from diary management to preparing documentation for board meetings.
* Making It Happen and Taking Responsibility: seeing tasks through to completion and delivering on promises.
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