Job Description
- Applicants must complete skills tests for applications to be progressed
About us
An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen to be part of an award-winning and highly successful property finding company. With the business thriving on referrals and reputation, it is key that the operation of the business mirrors professionalism, and high standards delivered to clients.
Our brand was first established 27 years ago by TV personality Phil Spencer. Whilst Phil is no longer involved in the business, the firm has gone on to become the largest independent buying agency in the UK, assisting clients to source and acquire the finest property. The business has enjoyed exceptional growth in one of the fastest growing sectors of the residential property market.
The role:
A pivotal role working closely with the management team to deliver its operational needs in an efficient and compliant manner.
Whilst the role is remote based, quarterly and other occasional in-person team meetings will form part of the working pattern, so a willingness and convenient route of travel to Cambridge and London is required.
Key responsibilities:
· Provide administrative support to the management team
· Organise quarterly team meetings and assist with the preparation of PowerPoint
presentations
· Organise virtual business meetings
· Research and organise seasonal social events
· Research and organise Christmas gifts for business partners
· Collate data and prepare quarterly invoices for Franchisees
· Update template documents
· Oversee the training and guidance library
· Assist with minimal ad hoc IT support to the whole team
· Oversee the company archiving program
· Oversee the company virtual office network
· Assist with the company IT systems
· Any ad hoc duties
Candidate profile
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic administrator with exceptional organisational skills and a calm methodical approach to work.
You should:
Have at least 5 years work experience in a similar role with familiarity with business principles. Be an advanced user of Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Other qualities and attributes include, but are not limited to:
· Excellent organisational and time management skills
· Confident and professional working approach and appearance
· Strong customer service, client focused attitude with the ability to build good working
relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders
· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to work individually and as part of a team
· Resilient and tenacious with a 'can do' approach
· Flexible and adaptable
A professional business qualification is desirable. Previous experience in the property sector is advantageous but not essential, and candidates with experience from other professional service or luxury sectors are particularly encouraged to apply.
Salary and rewards
In return, the successful candidate will enjoy a generous basis salary.
Additional benefits include 28 days holiday, additional days off for Birthdays and Christmas shopping, employer contributary pension and health cover cash plan.
Ongoing career development and training will also be provided, as will support to attend CPD relevant courses and CIPD membership fees if applicable.
Apply now
All applications will be treated confidentially.
Please include in your application a short covering email outlining why you feel you are the right candidate for the role and what specifically attracts you to working for Garrington. Please advise of your current salary/salary expectations and include your CV.
All successful applications being progressed to interview stage will be notified with 10 working days from time of submission.
Strictly no agencies please, thank you.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Work from home
Schedule:
Experience:
- Administrative: 5 years (required)
Work Location: Remote
Expected start date: 11/04/2023