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    Head of Executive Projects - Bristol, United Kingdom - The Wave

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    The Wave, Bristol, are on the lookout for a strategic Head of Executive Projects to join our team.

    As the Head of Executive Projects, you will be responsible for ensuring effective communication and coordination across all functions of the organisation, managing key projects, and providing strategic insights and analysis to assist in decision-making. Serving as a trusted advisor to the CEO by participating in high-level meetings and helping to develop and implement the company's vision and strategy. Additionally, you will lead cross-functional initiatives, monitor progress against goals, and help drive operational efficiencies.

    • Salary £55-65k
    • The opportunity to work in a diverse and equitable workplace that values happiness, community, and environmental care.
    • Enjoy up to 75% off surf bookings and sometimes surf for free

    The Role:

    As Head of Executive Projects, you will:

    • Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and other senior leaders
    • Drive and manage cross-functional projects and initiatives
    • Evaluate and interpret data to extract insights and make data-driven recommendations
    • Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across teams
    • Drive process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives
    • Support the CEO in building and maintaining solid relationships with external stakeholders

    The Candidate:

    We are looking for a Head of Executive Projects who is:

    • Highly organised and detail-oriented
    • Capable of building solid relationships and collaborating effectively with stakeholders at all levels
    • A background in a similar role, such as a Chief of Staff or in a strategic planning capacity
    • Exceptional at problem-solving and analytical thinking
    • Able to translate complex ideas into actionable plans
    • Solid project reporting skills, with a focus on interdepartmental communication
    • A background in the technology or environmental sector (preferred)

    The Package:

    • Management bonus (up to 10%)
    • 30 days of paid holiday (pro-rated, inclusive of bank hols)
    • Pension
    • Free staff surfs
    • Staff Discounts on retail of up 20%
    • Up to 75% off your surf bookings
    • Up to 40% off your food and beverage items while on shift
    • Free hot and cold drinks on shift
    • Up to 25% off our accommodation

    At The Wave, we are more than just a surf spot. We are a slice of the ocean inland, dedicated to bringing the joy of surfing to people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. We believe in getting back to nature, improving health and well-being, and connecting with others. We are committed to creating a safe, professional, and fun environment where everyone can enjoy great food and drink, have a load of fun, and make a positive impact.

    If you are a strategic thinker and a problem solver who is passionate about making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Similar roles include Chief of Staff, Strategic Planner, Project Manager, Operations Manager, Executive Assistant or Business Analyst.

    To ensure a fair and inclusive recruitment process, we are working with as our trusted recruitment partner for this vacancy. Therefore, all applications for this position will be handled and managed exclusively by them.

    To apply for this role, you will need to first register your interest by submitting your CV. Your CV will only be used for information purposes and will not be relevant in the application process. You will then be emailed a response containing a link needed to answer some work-related questions. Our goal is to assess your approach to a problem and better understand what knowledge and skills you have. Your answers will be anonymised, randomised and reviewed by a diverse panel.

    We also think giving feedback is incredibly valuable for candidates, so at the end of the process, you'll see how well you performed during the application process.

    The closing date for applications is Tuesday 30th April 2024 at Midday, and the deadline for submission of the work-related questions is Wednesday 1st May 2024 at Midnight.

    Recruiting for diversity is not simply a tick box for The Wave, it is our ethos, the right thing to do and the smartest way for us to do business. We are an Equal Opportunities employer, committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating all unlawful discrimination.

    If you have any accessibility requirements or would like to understand our process further, please contact level=

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