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Join Samaritans as an Executive Assistant and play a pivotal role in supporting mental health and well-being services.
Overview
Salary £33000 - £35000
Location Ewell, Surrey, UK - Hybrid
Expires Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary: Samaritans is dedicated to providing emotional support to anyone in distress or at risk of suicide. As a cornerstone of community well-being, our mission is to be available for individuals when they need us the most. We are expanding our team and seeking an Executive Assistant to help us maintain our high standard of support and care.
- Role Summary:
- Provide comprehensive support to Executive Leaders within the Business Support Team.
- Manage administrative tasks, ensuring effective and efficient organizational support.
- Attend and support key meetings, contributing to the leadership team’s efficiency.
- Occasionally assist with reception duties in the Ewell, Epsom office.
- Role Requirements:
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships across all organizational levels.
- Proficiency in office administration and knowledge of facilities services.
- Strong IT skills, especially in MS Office suite.
- Capability to handle pressure, prioritize tasks, and maintain professionalism.
- Attention to detail and a high level of confidentiality.
- Independent work and teamwork skills.
- Experience in charity settings and project support is desirable.
- Benefits:
- Competitive salary (£33,000 - £35,000 full-time equivalent).
- Flexible working options.
- Office-based role in Ewell, Surrey, with potential for a home/office work mix.
- Occasional weekend or out-of-hours work for events/meetings.
- Application Process Details:
- Upload your CV and a tailored Cover Letter.
- Highlight your motivations and relevant skills and experiences.
The organisation - Samaritans
We are passionate about our mission and are eager to develop new skills and broaden our experience. We are looking for an Executive Assistant to support our Executive Leaders and help us continue to be there for people when it matters most.
The role
As an Executive Assistant in the newly formed Business Support Team, you’ll be highly organised and a great communicator. You’ll be responsible for providing highly efficient and effective support across all administrative and organisational activities. You’ll attend key meetings in a supporting role and ensure efficiency and timely support to the Leadership team. You’ll also assist with front-line reception administration services in the Ewell, Epsom Office as required.
Job requirements
Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and volunteers at all levels. Knowledge of office administrational functions, facilities soft services (cleaning, telephony related services). Good IT skills including use of MS office, particularly MS Word and Excel. Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and maintain a positive and professional approach. Strong attention to detail. A high level of integrity, with experience of keeping sensitive information confidential. Experience of working independently and successfully as a part of a team. Desirable experience of charitable environments and project support or project management.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary of £33,000 - £35,000 per annum (£18,857 - £20,000 per annum for 20 hours/week). We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences. Predominately office Based in Ewell (Surrey), with actual home/office mix to be determined. Some occasional out of hours/weekend attendance at events/meetings.
Application details
If this role sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You’ll be asked to upload your CV and provide a Cover Letter (2 pages maximum) tailored around your motivations for applying and your transferable skills and experience. This role will close for applications midnight on 29 April 2024.
