Executive Assistant Manager

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About the role...

Are you a proactive and dynamic individual with a passion for client satisfaction and relationship building? Have a passion for people? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same?

Our Transformation & Business Services team in London are growing, and we're currently seeking an Executive Assistant Manager to join them on their journey.

About the day to day...

You'll be supporting our Partners, Associate Partners and Directores, enabling them to focus on the technical aspects of their roles. You will be picotal in ensuring seamless transitions, nurturing strong relationships and optimizing client satisfaction at every touchpoint. You'll be getting stuck into a diverse range of tasks and responsibilities, including;

• Line management of up to 6 direct reports, taking a leading role in their development and CP journey
• Taking a proactive approach in arranging team building, regular update sessions and training across the Business Services Team
• Contributing to, and assisting in, the management of the Business Services Team vision and strategy
• Proactively managing diaries, liaising with internal and external stakeholders, along with booking meeting rooms and providing an agenda
• Organisation of the team's weekly meetings, arranging a team presenter, collating the update notes and recording the meeting
• Arranging all travel across the team using our internal portal where possible, capturing sustainability insights
• Working collaboratively with the Marketing Team to collect client feedback

The role will also be designed to help you grow and develop through your career journey. With access to a wide range of knowledge to help push yourself further - from Managers to Partners, the team are always happy to support you.

About you...

At Cooper Parry, we're in it together. All we ask of our people is that they play all in. You'll continuously strive to keep learning - whether you're a trainee or a Partner - and you'll be brave, stepping out of your comfort zone to tackle new challenges. Above all, be nice. A simple notion, but an irreplaceable part of what makes CP, CP.

In addition to those core values, as an Executive Assistant Manager, you'll be fantastic with people have a real knack for guiding, coaching and nurturing people in the team. You will have the ability to...

• Communicate effectively both written and verbally at all levels across internal and external stakeholders
• Plan, prioritise and organise your own workload and be flexible based on the needs of the team and those you will support
• Work to a fast pace whilst still maintaining exceptional quality in your work
• Be proactive and adaptable to changing workloads
• Be team orientated and enthusiastic
• Have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools - Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Work from our vibrant London Holborn office 3 days each week

About us...

We've been dubbed 'the rebels of accountancy'. So, we don't give run-of-the-mill advice.

We're straight-talking. Never afraid to share our opinions. We put people and relationships before products and services, and deliver a streamlined, client-focused service - free from unnecessary red tape.

That's how we've become the fastest-growing accountancy firm in the UK, and we've never been the type to rest on our laurels.

Over the last couple of years alone, we've achieved some fantastic feats:

• Partnered with Waterland Private Equity in July 2022, and are now on a lightning-fast growth journey
• Ranked No.1 in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index in 2022
• Best Companies' No.1 Accountancy Firm & No.30 Best Large Company to Work For in the UK
• Became B Corp Certified in 2023 and we're still the UK's largest accountancy B Corp, measuring and improving our impact beyond business for a brighter tomorrow
• Came No.3 overall at the Inspiring Workplace Awards in 2024, against all businesses of all sizes in the UK and Ireland. We were recognised as "Best-in-class" for Inspiring Culture and Purpose, Wellbeing, Employee Voice and Employee Experience

What's in it for you?

Our people are the beating heart of our culture. We know that if you love working here, and you're given the trust and autonomy to work in a way that best suits you, you'll produce amazing results.

That's why we offer things like:

• A flexible approach to work - balancing working from home, in office or with clients
• A generous holiday entitlement
• No dress code - just "wear something!"
• A multi-award-winning wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health
• Volunteering opportunities to work closer with local communities and charities
• Cooper Parry social/sports clubs
• Feeling supported and welcomed is such a big part of bringing your whole self to work. As an equal opportunities employer, we'll work with you to ensure you have everything you need to develop your skills and achieve your best

Get in touch if you have any questions about our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion or about accessibility/accommodations during your application process.

A note for Recruitment Agencies...

Agencies, we love you, but unsolicited CVs will not be honoured. We will only accept CV submissions for roles briefed to you by our Talent Acquisition team. If you're interested in working with us, please message careers@cooperparry.com. If we have anything we need additional support with, we'll reach out to you.