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D. M. Keith

Personal Assistant/Secretary to the Managing Director

Leeds

FULL TIME

August 28, 2024

Personal Assistant/Secretary to the Managing Director

We are currently looking for an experienced personal assistant who will work on behalf of the Managing Director. This role will involve a plethora of different responsibilities, with a strong sense of independent, self-motivated working. You will work and communicate with a large variety of staff; from Sales Executives to the Board of directors, prioritizing the needs of the Managing Director.


About the business



Our business started over 60 years ago and has been in the same family ever since. From our very humble beginnings, we have grown to be in the top 50 car dealers in the country. Across our 21 businesses we have a stable workforce of over 600 people, many of whom have been with us for years. We are always on the lookout for nice, genuine people who genuinely care about our customers and have a can do attitude.


Our recruitment philosophy is that we recruit for attitude and train for skills, which means that although we’re often looking for specific technical skills, if you like working with customers and you are attracted by our Family Values of Fit, Fun, Family and Fearless, you’ll fit in well here and we’d like to hear from you.


We’ll expect you to work hard but in return we’ll offer you an industry leading package, flexible working hours and a real opportunity to progress: we prefer to promote from within and you will see this in everyone of our sites. You must possess an outrageous ambition to want to be the best and you won’t let anyone stop you.

Duties will include but not be limited to:
  • Provide full administrative support to Managing Director and assist in administrative duties for Board of Directors.
  • Manage and prioritise appointments and meetings; diarising for the Managing Director.
  • Overseeing and managing the ordering and distribution of uniform, stationary and other relevant supplies.
  • Time/note keeping during meetings.
  • Attending reviews where necessary.
  • Archive documents in line with D M Keith standards as well as adhering to legal policies and procedures - maintaining an organised, structured database.
  • Assisting in the organisation of company wide events, such as the Christmas party.
  • Plan, diarise and set up for any relevant meetings.
  • Time keeping for the managing director to ensure smooth scheduling for the Managing Director and the board of directors.
  • Overseeing and managing the ordering and distribution of uniform, stationary and other relevant supplies.
Key skills and attributes


  • Strong time keeping skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to multi task whilst maintaining high standards.
  • Computer literate.
  • Fast and accurate typist.
  • Organised and efficient.
  • Keen eye for detail.
  • Demonstrates a positive and proactive attitude and approach to working.
  • Trustworthy.
  • Previous experience managing multiple diaries.
  • Diligent.
  • Confident- Expected to work closely with the Managing Director and other senior staff across all Groups.


What we offer:
  • A competitive salary to be discussed upon application.
  • 30 days annual leave, including 8 Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
  • Preferential rates for servicing and repairs on your family and friend’s cars.
  • A workplace pension scheme.
Working hours:

Working hours that are 5 days a week, 9:00- 5:30 with a 30 minute break.



We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, disability or other characteristics.

    Industry
    Automotive
    Work Experience
    1-3 years
    Salary
    Dependent on Experience.
    City
    Leeds
    Province
    West Yorkshire
    Country
    United Kingdom
    Postal Code
    LS10
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