Administrative Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Administrative Assistant to support the Chief Financial Officer in a dynamic environment. This role involves managing the CFO's schedule, coordinating travel, and ensuring efficient office operations. The ideal candidate will be highly proficient in Microsoft Office, possess excellent organizational skills, and be adept at handling confidential information. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this forward-thinking company offers a supportive workplace where your contributions are valued. Join a team that thrives on collaboration and customer focus, making property ambitions a reality for clients.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus birthday off

Buy & sell holidays

Discretionary annual bonus

Life assurance

Critical illness cover

Health cash plan

Private medical insurance

Free access to company holiday homes

Travel season ticket loans

Local gym access

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong attention to detail.
• Experience in managing busy schedules and handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the CFO.
• Manage the Director's diary and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Prepare agendas and handle day-to-day office operations.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Confidential Information Handling

Time Management

Organisational Skills

Problem-Solving

Stakeholder Management

Job description

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We have a budget of £25,000 - £30,000 for this role.

We’re Together– the market leading property finance experts with an entrepreneurial spirit. Based in Cheadle, South Manchester, we’ve been established since 1974 and have built a team of over 750 colleagues who are passionate about supporting individuals and businesses to achieve their property ambitions by making finance work for them.

We pride ourselves on our common-sense approach to lending and offer a range of mortgage and secured loan products to individuals and businesses typically underserved by mainstream lenders. Our customers are central to everything we do, and we work hard to support them in turning challenges into opportunities, making their property ambitions a reality.

We’re looking for great people from all backgrounds and experiences who love working together and putting our customers at the heart of everything we do – and that starts with our brilliantly different team of people.

Job Description

As an Administrative Assistant, you will provide high-level administrative support to the Chief Financial Officer to ensure the efficient running of the business area. You will support the CFO in their day-to-day activities, maximising their time and enabling them to be effective in their role.

We are looking for someone to:

• Provide comprehensive assistance to the Director in an extremely fast-paced environment
• Understand priorities, reorganise workload and tasks accordingly to ensure the Directors’ time is maximised
• Carry out delegated tasks from the CFO to a high standard, using initiative and asking for guidance when necessary
• Coordinate and manage the Directors’ diaries, managing time effectively and prioritising urgent matters to ensure smooth, timely, and professional operations
• Act as an ambassador, gatekeeper, and point of contact for the Director and Direct Reports, dealing with all matters efficiently, sensitively, and reliably
• Manage and organise Directors’ travel and accommodation
• Prepare agendas, papers, and presentations for Committee meetings
• Meet and greet visitors and make arrangements
• Handle day-to-day operations of both offices professionally and friendly

Qualifications

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Previous experience handling confidential information
• Attention to detail with strong time management and organisational skills to manage busy schedules/diary
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach
• Ability to problem-solve
• Stakeholder management – ability to build strong stakeholder relationships

Additional Information

Benefits of working at Together

• 26 days holiday, plus a day off for your birthday (increasing with service to 30 days), plus bank holidays
• Buy & sell holidays
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Life assurance
• Critical illness cover
• Health cash plan
• Private medical insurance
• Free access to company holiday homes
• Travel season ticket loans
• Ride to work scheme
• Free local gym access
• Local bar/restaurant discounts

Together Money embraces diversity and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate difference, support it, and value colleagues for who they are. We are committed to building a team that reflects a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

We care about your experience with us. If you need reasonable adjustments to make your experience easier, please let us know, and we’ll do all we can.

Please note that all successful applicants will undergo relevant employment reference, financial, and criminal record checks.