Executive Assistant

Linley and Simpson; Horsforth; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lettings and estate agency in Horsforth is seeking a full-time Executive Assistant to support various business functions. This multi-faceted role will involve recruitment, business operations, marketing, and event management. Ideal candidates are proactive and highly organized, with experience as a Personal Assistant. The position offers a competitive salary of £37,500 - £42,500 pa along with extensive employee benefits including a smart spending app, enhanced family leave, and professional development funding.

Benefits

Discounts at over 900 retailers

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual leave purchase scheme

Cycle2Work Scheme

Enhanced Family Friendly Leave

Incentivised commission and performance bonuses

Celebration for length of service

Pension benefits

Funding for professional qualifications

Company socials

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Desirable experience working as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage invoices related to events and partnerships.
• Support special projects aligned with business objectives.
• Organise and manage corporate events.
• Drive long service recognition programmes.
• Lead initiatives to improve company culture.
• Manage regional communications.
• Oversee social media content strategy.

Skills

Excellent communications skills

Stakeholder management

Highly organised

Proactive

Professionalism

Experience as a PA/EA

Job description

Welcome to Linley and Simpson, we're known for bringing local knowledge and strong values together, to put people first. As part of Lomond, the UK's leading network of lettings and estate agencies, we're proud to have 21 offices and over 250 staff ready to assist our customers. With our team's extensive industry expertise and local knowledge, we're here to help people find, sell, and let their property.

We are looking for an Executive Assistant to provide daily support in a fast paced and dynamic business. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a multi faceted role, gaining exposure to recruitment, business operations, marketing and events. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, proactive, and eager to contribute to various aspects of the business. This position is full time and located in Linley & Simpson Head office, in Horsforth and offers an OTE range of £37,500 - £42,500 pa.

Let's talk about the role. It involves;

• Process and manage invoices related to events, partnerships, and CSR activities.
• Support special projects that align with business and HR objectives.
• Organise and manage corporate events, expanding beyond current initiatives to add more value.
• Drive long service recognition programmes to enhance employee engagement.
• Lead Great Place to Work initiatives to improve company culture and employee satisfaction.
• Manage regional communications and follow-ups, ensuring smooth internal engagement.
• Oversee social media content strategy to enhance employer branding and company visibility.

We're not just looking for someone who fits our team; we want to be a good fit for you too! We're looking for individuals with qualities such as;

• Excellent communications skills and stakeholder management.
• Highly organised.
• Proactive, professional, and self- driven
• The ability to work in a fast paced environemnt
• Expereince working as a PA/EA would be desriable as this will be the majority of the role

At Linley and Simpson, we believe in taking care of our people. That's why we offer some amazing perks and benefits through our engagement platform, LOMONDlife.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Our smart spending app gives you discounts at over 900 retailers and our wellbeing centre is packed with resources to help you get active, eat healthier, improve your financial wellbeing, and master your mental health.
• Our Employee Assistance Programme offers free counselling support sessions.
• Our annual leave purchase scheme, where you can buy up to an extra 5 days of holiday. Get the latest gadgets and appliances with our Smart Tech Scheme.
• We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint with our Cycle2Work Scheme.
• We offer enhanced Family Friendly Leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and IVF.
• You'll enjoy competitive base pay that aligns with market value, plus incentivised commission and performance bonuses for most roles.
• Celebrate your loyalty with special days and celebrations for length of service.
• Planning for retirement? We've got you covered with that important pension pot.
• We'll support your professional development by funding your professional qualifications, so you can reach your full potential and build your career.
• And of course, we like to have a little fun too! Our company socials bring our people together. So work hard, and then socialise even harder!

We're excited to offer these amazing benefits to our hardworking teams. It's our way of showing appreciation for your dedication. At Linley and Simpson, we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all nationalities, backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives.

Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you. Apply today!