Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant – Audit and Assurance We are Grant Thornton. We go beyond business as usual, so you can too. Grant Thornton (GT) has nearly 3,000 people in 9 offices across Ireland, The Isle of Man, Gibraltar, and Bermuda, with a presence in over 145 countries around the world, and a global network of over 68,000 people.At GT, we work as trusted advisors, bringing local knowledge and national expertise, with a global presence, to help businesses succeed – wherever they are located. We make business more personal by investing in building relationships and empowering our clients to make the right decisions for their organisation now and for the future.Whether that is working with the public sector to build thriving communities, with regulators and financial institutions to build trust, or with a diverse range of businesses to help them achieve their goals, Grant Thornton Ireland work hard to support clients to act on the issues that matter.At GT we don’t just predict your future, we build it. A Career at GT Looking for a more fulfilling role in professional services? One where fresh thinking, collaboration and diversity are valued? At Grant Thornton we do things differently.What does this mean for you? A career in a more inclusive working environment, a more collaborative work culture, a more supported, flexible working role, more possibilities to grow and more opportunities to help shape the future for your clients. We respect and value your experience. And we want you to bring your authentic self to work and be at your best. It is how it should be.Grow with us At Grant Thornton, we care about our people and work hard to make you feel valued. If you are looking to deepen and develop your skills, knowledge, and experience throughout your career, then that is what you will get, and more.The PositionAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Dublin office as an Executive Assistant. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within a dynamic professional services firm. You will provide support and assistance to Audit and Assurance Partners and key members of their team, playing a vital role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.If you are looking to develop your career in a fast-paced, professional, and global firm, then this position is for you.Who are we looking for?Dedicated high achievers.People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete.Detail-oriented process improvers.Critical thinkers who naturally see opportunities to develop and optimise work processes – finding ways to simplify and standardise.Self-directed people who take ownership of their work to drive productivity, change, and results.What does the position entail?Act as a gatekeeper / first point of contact for their partnersPA to partners and provision of administrative support to key members of their teamDiary management and planning through prioritisation of appointmentsReceiving calls and dealing with clients and colleagues in a professional mannerOrganising internal and external meetingsMaintenance of client contact information within CRM systemMaintaining templates for key client documentsLiaising with Client Take On Team to ensure efficient on boarding of clientsManaging all correspondenceMinute-taking at key team meetingsPreparation of presentation slides and material using PowerPointBusiness continuity planningAssist with coordination and management of special projects, as requiredVarious ad-hoc administration dutiesWhat skills will the successful candidate have?Ability to handle confidential information and sensitive issues with discretion.Strong organisational skills and an efficient approach to task management.Ability to work effectively as part of a team, while also showing initiative.Professional and articulate communication at all levels.Strong client focus.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Flexibility and adaptability to take on new tasks and responsibilities.Proficiency in MS Office packages.Knowledge of CRM systems (advantageous, but training provided).High level of attention to detail (critical to success in the role).Life at GTReward and benefits:Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish. We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive.Inclusion and diversity:Included and valued for your difference is how everyone should feel at work. Not just because it is right, but because we are all at our best when we are able to be ourselves. So, when you join Grant Thornton, we will work hard to ensure that is how you feel. We want you for who you are. We are excited to see the personality and perspectives you will bring to our team because we know we will all benefit from them.Diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision-making, improves the quality of our delivery, and helps us to meet the needs of our clients. Our firm is built on people and their ideas, so we want to hear all the new perspectives and fresh thinking you have to offer.Recognition:We want to create a culture of recognition and celebrating success, by saying thank you to people who surpass our expectations and recognising the right values and behaviours. Our Shout Out recognition scheme is our way of highlighting and promoting achievements. Whether you simply want to say thank you, celebrate a special occasion or give an award for doing something exceptional, you can do all of this and more through the scheme.#IJ