VACANCY AT BAT

BAT is recruiting for an experienced Executive Assistant for the Area Director. The ideal candidate will have the following responsibilities:

Acts as Company Records Co-ordinator to ensure that Company policies are followed by all employees
Develop & implement strategy in conjunction with BAT Group Records Manager to embed Records Management culture
Work together with Internal Communications Manager to develop and implement a Records Management communication plan
Provide an effective and efficient administrative service to a high level of competency
Knowledge & Experiences:

Solid secretarial and administrative skills, including excellent verbal and written communication
Self starter, keen and confident to use own initiative
Proactive “can do” work ethic – flexible approach to working
Firm foundation of interpersonal skills – mature, responsible, assertive attitude
Excellent organisation skills
Ability to establish priorities, maintain confidentiality and work under pressure
Above average numeracy skills to work with financial systems and resolve queries
Competent internet research
Good command of software packages, ability to work with new packages and undertake basic database administration
Applicants must possess very good working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
The job also demands a person with excellent interpersonal & communication skills and a flair for preparing complex reports and paperwork in English (a good Knowledge of French would be an added advantage).
Work experience in a similar role in a leading corporate organisation would be an added advantage.
At least 3 years experience in a PA role
Deadline is 26th September 2008.