Executive Assistant - Birmingham, United Kingdom - Grant Thornton UK LLP

Grant Thornton UK LLP
Grant Thornton UK LLP
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Birmingham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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More than you expected


Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 58,000 people in over 135 countries.

We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.


Job Description:

Executive Assistant - Any GTUK location outside of London can be considered

Hybrid/Home working available

NEW GROUND WON'T BREAK ITSELF.

Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.


The EA role provides right-hand support to partners/director, dedicated to assisting them to achieve their business objectives and wider firm contribution.

The EA will have proven experience working as a high performing assistant as well as the tasks highlighted below. The EA will be confident, an excellent communicator and a strategic thinker. They will take the initiative to overcome obstacles which impact the business.

The EA will be expected to be one step ahead and constantly seeking to add value/increase contribution. The EA should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral). The EA will be expected to not only highlight business problems or bottlenecks but also provide solutions.


We're happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we'll support you to balance your work and life.

A look into the role

As an Executive Assistant, you will:

  • Facilitate the business development strategy for the service line leads through understanding the key targets. Ensuring the meetings are booked in and all next steps are followed up to create a regular schedule of business development meetings
  • Is actively aware of Partner's workload on client projects, having sufficient knowledge to keep projects moving in the partners absence
  • Ensure good understanding of the Partner and team strategy and relevant goals, looking for opportunities to add value
  • Support partner in organisation of new partner packs, QI panels and technical interviews
  • Provides reports and management information making recommendations where appropriate reviewing the dashboards regularly
  • Utilise the firm's digital tools e.g., Introhive to pre-empt preparation for Partner meetings
  • Where relevant attend, take minutes and pursue action points that arise
  • Managing partner in box, filtering requests and where possible implement solutions to alleviate bottlenecks for partner
  • Sends communication on behalf of the partner and actively maintains partners 'to do' list and consolidate and follow through
  • Act as People Manager to other support this includes performance reviews, coaching and performance improvement plans etc
Knowing you're right for us


Joining us as an Executive Assistant the minimum criteria you'll need is proven experience of working as a high performing PA.

It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'll help you develop along the way.

- Excellent attention to detail- Super user of Microsoft Teams, Word, PowerPoint and Excel to support delivering client reports, presentations, and proposals in line with Firm's templates and corporate style challenging others to ensure they are used consistently- Proven ability to identify problem/bottle necks and propose/implement solutions- Recognised as a role model in displaying the firm's values- Embraces and understands the need for change- Strives to understand the bigger picture and the changing needs of the business- Has the ability to anticipate needs, think critically and offer solutions to problems- Strong interpersonal skills, able to adapt communication style as required

Knowing we're right for you


Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone.

Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.


Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm.

The things that set you apart, we value them.

That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job

Life is more than work.

The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for
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