Personal Assistant/Design Engineering Graduate

Do you have experience of providing high level support as a Personal Assistant? Are you looking for a challenging role which enables you to work across a diverse range of activities and with a variety of people? Can you work independently and proactively?

Our C.E.O is at the forefront of a prestigious global network of brands such as The Chelsea Truck Company, Project Kahn and Kahn Design which lead the way in terms of the design and manufacture of bespoke vehicles, automotive parts and accessories.

Key to delivering this vision is a supportive, diverse, ambitious research culture that will develop and empower our staff to achieve their full potential, realising our shared research and innovation aims. It is also important that we focus on quality to inform our research and resourcing strategy, and staff development, in order to develop a sustainable research portfolio.

We are seeking a motivated and proactive Personal Assistant/Design Engineering Graduate who has a love for cars. You will be part of a professional team that works collaboratively to ensure that all members of the management team are constantly supported to a high level.

As PA/Designer, you will bridge the link between creative employees and management. This is a senior role for someone with effective communication, innovation, high-level design problem-solving and design skills - ensuring that all products and experiences are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

In addition to communicating the company’s creative vision, the PA/designer will liaise with the entire design team and process the all-important technical decisions.

You will work with a team of professionals that are responsible for communicating with the design team internally and with external partners. You will primarily support our C.E.O, by providing a high level of administrative support in an independent and self-managed capacity.

You will possess excellent organisational and communication skills. You will be a strong team player and have the ability to exercise initiative and work independently.

Diplomatic and discreet in approach, you will be skilled at managing a complex workload accurately, including maintaining schedules and correspondence management.

Job responsibilities (PA)

• Assist with new business development initiatives.
• Ensure the movements of the senior management team are communicated to the relevant people.
• Primarily support our C.E.O, by providing a high level of administrative support
• Assist senior management with administrative tasks.
• Plan and manage internal and external events such as exhibitions, trade shows, and launch events.
• Set up and manage internal and external meetings, taking minutes and completing the necessary follow-up tasks.
• This list is not exhaustive and is meant to provide a guide only. You may be required to fulfil other duties depending on the need of the business.

Job responsibilities (Design)

• The ability to juggle several projects at the same time

• Participating in client and supplier meetings when necessary

• Analysing the latest trends within automotive design

• Staying updated with the latest in design technology

• Oversee progress of deadlines to the company's requirements

• Collaborating with sales and marketing teams

• A creative eye and an interest in all things artistic and creative

• A creative mind and an inquisitive nature

• Creativity and imagination Interest in following trends in the field

• A clear and concise writing style

• A flair for technical subjects

• The ability to absorb information

Profile

• Must possess a design degree or a relevant qualification
• The ability to communicate with various stakeholders.
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Knowledge and passion of the automotive industry
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, primarily Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Salary: £25,000 per annum (pro rata).