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Job Title: Executive Assistant
Location: Staplehurst, Kent
Salary: GBP35,000 - GBP40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 8.30am to 5.00pm.
Burtons Medical Equipment Ltd. (part of the Burtons Group of Companies) has a new vacancy for an Executive Assistant.
Burtons is a family-run group of companies covering manufacturing, sales, and aftercare servicing in the veterinary sector. Starting from 1981, Burtons have quickly grown to be one of the leading veterinary equipment suppliers in the UK.
Over the years, Burtons have acquired a variety of companies to increase the equipment offering and skill sets. Approximately 50 of the products are still manufactured at Burtons HQ in Staplehurst, which now boasts an extensive range of capabilities including; CAD design, CNC machining, laser cutting, metal fabrication, plastic fabrication, wood shop, paint shop, full assembly, and testing. Although still focused on the veterinary sector, Burtons have diversified into allied areas such as vehicle conversions for canine transportation and animal ambulances to grooming equipment and aquatic systems.
About The Role
The purpose of the role is to provide high-level administrative and organizational support to our director team, managing schedules, communications, travel, and strategic tasks to enhance executive productivity. You will be reporting directly to the Shareholders.
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Responsibilities and Duties
- Calendar and Schedule Management: Organize and prioritize meetings, appointments, and events, ensuring executives' time is used efficiently.
- Travel Coordination: Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodations, visas, and itineraries.
- Communication Management: Screen calls, emails, and correspondence, acting as a gatekeeper to reduce interruptions and manage priorities.
- Document Preparation: Draft, edit, and format reports, presentations, briefing papers, and other key documents.
- Meeting Support: Prepare agendas, take accurate minutes, follow up on action items, and coordinate logistics for internal and external meetings.
- Project Coordination: Oversee multiple projects, track progress, and ensure deadlines are met.
- Liaison Role: Serve as a point of contact between executives, clients, and internal teams, maintaining clear communication and alignment.
- Financial: Assisting with financial planning and facilitation expenses claims.
- Confidentiality Management: Handle sensitive information with discretion, including financial documents and personal matters.
Qualifications and Skills
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- Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software.
- Organisational Skills: Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage complex schedules efficiently.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication, including drafting professional correspondence.
- Problem-Solving: Anticipate executive needs, resolve issues proactively, and maintain workflow continuity.
- Discretion and Professionalism: Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with integrity.
- Experience: Typically 3-5 years in administrative or executive support roles, with exposure to corporate or fast-paced environments.
Benefits
- Full-time permanent contract, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
- Discretionary monthly bonus scheme.
- Idyllic countryside setting.
- 33 holiday days per year (inc. Bank Holidays).
- Contributory pension scheme.
- On-site car parking.
- Staff events, such as the Big Summer Party and Awards Scheme.
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