Executive Assistant

About the Role

This Executive Assistant position is based in Slough and offers hybrid working arrangements. The role is central to an innovative partnership between Jameel Motors and GAC aimed at launching the AION line of smart electric vehicles in the UK market. As the company expands, you will be a key figure in assisting the leadership team to meet strategic goals and enhance customer experiences that align with the brand's values of innovation and ambition. This role offers the unique chance to contribute to a dynamic business at a critical growth stage and influence the future of sustainable and intelligent mobility across the UK.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated, proactive support to the General Manager by managing priorities, complex schedules, and ensuring smooth communication with domestic and international stakeholders.
• Organize and prepare materials for leadership meetings and business reviews, including agendas, presentations, minute-taking, and monitoring follow-ups.
• Coordinate travel plans for business trips, including bookings for accommodation and transportation, preparation of itineraries, and handling expenses and purchase orders.
• Assist in organizing company events and meetings, as well as visits from international partners and colleagues.
• Support project management for strategic initiatives, track progress, and help ensure timely delivery of objectives.
• Contribute to office administration improvements by developing effective processes that enhance business operations as the company scales.
• Maintain a professional, discreet, and trustworthy presence as a point of contact for all stakeholders.

Required Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated history as an Executive Assistant supporting senior executives in fast-moving environments.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization abilities, coupled with adeptness at managing shifting deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail paired with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Effective communication and interpersonal capabilities to foster relationships at various organizational levels.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professional integrity, and discretion when handling sensitive information.

Benefits

• Opportunity to join a leading-edge electric vehicle brand in the UK automotive industry.
• Active involvement in the growth and development of AION Auto UK.
• Competitive salary package ranging from £45,000 to £50,000 based on experience, alongside excellent employee benefits including life assurance, a salary sacrifice pension scheme, and an Employee Car Ownership Scheme (ECOS).
• Health and wellness support via partnership with the charity BEN, focused on automotive industry wellbeing.
• A supportive, inclusive work culture where individual contributions are valued and impactful.