Business Support Executive
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Job Description
Job Description
Business Support Executive
Location: Ashford Surrey
Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
Salary: Up to 35000 per annum Benefits
Overview
Our client a leading organisation operating within the high-tech logistics sector is seeking a Business Support Executive to provide high-level support to their Country Manager. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-paced environment where precision confidentiality and initiative are key.
Operating at the forefront of supply chain innovation the company is involved in critical final-mile delivery services for technical and medical sectors. They are known for their commitment to operational excellence professional integrity and employee development.
This role requires a proactive exceptionally organised individual with proven experience supporting senior leadership ideally within a fast-paced client-focused industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive diary and schedule management coordinating complex appointments meetings and travel itineraries.
- Act as the primary point of contact for the Country Manager handling calls emails and written correspondence with the highest levels of discretion and professionalism.
- Support day-to-day administrative duties including expense management file organisation and document handling.
- Organise and coordinate internal meetings including preparing agendas taking minutes and ensuring follow-up on action points.
- Plan and book corporate travel and accommodation creating detailed travel packs where required.
- Manage and maintain the Country Managers inbox prioritising communications and supporting informed streamlined decision-making.
- Assist in the creation and submission of Board and Financial reports and support the organisation of major business events.
- Liaise confidently with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on strategic priorities.
- Provide content support for business media activities including drafting and scheduling professional posts on platforms like LinkedIn.
- Assist in planning team and company-wide events and act as point-of-contact for visitors.
- Provide occasional PA cover to the Managing Director including during leave periods.
- Travel occasionally to other UK sites as required.
- Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and office efficiency.
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience in a Business Support or Executive Assistant role supporting senior-level stakeholders.
- Highly proficient in MS Office particularly Outlook Word Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to interact across all levels of an organisation.
- Outstanding organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Discretion and a professional approach to handling confidential information.
- Self-motivated proactive and able to work both independently and as part of a wider team.
- Full clean UK driving licence is essential.
Benefits
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Company pension scheme
- Dental care (after qualifying period)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free on-site parking
- Complimentary tea & coffee
Employment Type
Full-Time
