We're an award-winning independent, family owned 5-star hotel dedicating ambition, experience and passion into delivering an individual service for our guests. Our team is at the heart of everything we achieve - we're intent on balancing our people, profits and planet, creating a great place for our teams to work and we're delighted to have had this recognised nationally again this year as one of the “Best Places to Work” in the Hospitality Industry.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented Executive Assistant to join our highly successful team.

Reporting to the General Manager in this busy hotel; your position is a key contributor to the hotels' success - you will be the ultimate strategic partner, seamlessly blending organizational genius with high-levels of support - the behind-the-scenes force that keeps leadership focused, the agenda on track, and the business moving forward. Master of multitasking, gatekeeper of priorities, and the go-to for making the impossible happen!

Is this role right for me?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and talented individual with a passion for working at a really high standard. We embrace our core values “Creative, Ambitious, Respectful and Ethical” in everything we do, and want someone to join us who can further the ambition of our brand by contributing to a team and a culture that ensures we reach our goals.

Ideally, you'll have at least two year's previous proven experience as an executive assistant - if it's not within the hospitality or travel industry - that's fine with us, as long as you are comfortable working within a high-quality guest focused brand and you tick the box for our non-negotiables!

• An engaging personality - a rapport builder, a team player.
• Exceptional communication - able to build relationships with all stakeholders, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment,
• Ability to show initiative and proactivity
• Attention to detail, excellent time management and a high level of accuracy
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent PC skills/knowledge and use of Microsoft Office
• Flexibility in working hours, projects, approach and mindset

The key responsibilities of the role include:

• Providing comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the General Manager, including managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements for the General Manager and strategic leadership team.
• Acting as the first point of contact the General Manager, handling correspondence, emails and phone calls discreetly and efficiently, where needed with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.
• Preparing communications, presentations, and other documents for internal and external audiences, including owners and other senior stakeholders.
• Assisting in the preparation and execution of industry and corporate events, board meetings, and senior management gatherings.
• Liaising with other staff members and departments to ensure smooth communication and prompt resolution of requests and queries.

What's in it for you? Exceptional people deserve to be recognised and rewarded, so you can expect an extensive benefits package including:

• Work/life balance
• Health, dental, and retirement benefits
• Wellbeing financial support
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts and dining & stay privileges
• A supportive and inclusive work culture

What next?

If you are truly passionate about delivering at high standard and see yourself as part of a diverse, people-focused independent spirited team, then apply now to be our new Executive Assistant.

If you're looking for the #bestplacetowork, look no further!