Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Duration: Permanent
Location: Gloucester
Job ref: 204132
About the role
Ecclesiastical Insurance, proudly part of Benefact Group, is seeking an Executive Assistant to join our Gloucester office. This role provides administrative support to the Deputy Group Chief Executive and Managing Director for UKGI.
Why join us?
Join a collaborative and inclusive culture committed to making a difference and building a sustainable future. Ranked among the UK's top 50 Best Large Companies to Work For in 2024, we offer excellent career and development opportunities within a rapidly growing, innovative group—where all profits go to charity and good causes.
What you'll be doing
* Diary & Travel Management: Coordinate complex schedules, commitments, and national/international travel for Directors.
* Communication & Meeting Coordination: Draft emails, follow up on actions, and organise/minute internal and external meetings, including those with VIP stakeholders.
* Reporting & Documentation: Prepare reports, presentations, SOAPs, and documents for leadership and board-level committees.
* Leadership Team Support: Manage agendas, materials, minutes, and track actions for UKGI leadership meetings.
* Admin, Finance & HR Support: Oversee departmental expenses, process expense claims, support event planning, and maintain HR records for the leadership team.
Hear from the hiring manager
"This role is a key part of our leadership team effort in the UK, supporting our Deputy Group CEO and contributing to our growth and charitable giving. It's a diverse, fast-paced, and high-impact position."
About us
Ecclesiastical Insurance offers award-winning insurance across various specialisms, including faith, charity, heritage, education, art, private clients, real estate, and schemes across Ireland, Canada, and the UK. We've been trusted to protect iconic buildings for over a century and are committed to growth and social impact.
Benefact Group is a unique international financial services group owned by a charity, having donated over £250 million since 2014. We aim to double our size and become the UK's leading corporate donor, fostering a culture of kindness, ambition, and inclusion.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds. If you need support during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Qualifications & Experience
* Proven relationship management with senior executives and external stakeholders
* Self-starter with strong workload management skills
* Proficiency in IT tools: PowerPoint, Word, Excel
* Ability to minute technical and broad topics
* Excellent organisation and accuracy
* Strong communication and influencing skills
* Ability to maintain confidentiality
* Experience in a financial services environment
Desirable
* Experience in an insurance environment
Benefits
* Competitive salary (discussed during interview)
* Hybrid working
* Group Personal Pension: up to 12% employer contribution
* Annual bonus: 6% to 24%
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with buy/sell scheme
* Health & wellbeing benefits: private healthcare, income protection, life assurance
* £200 annual charity grant
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