Our client is seeking a highly organised and discreet Executive Operations Co-ordinator to provide direct support to the executive team of three. This pivotal role will involve a mix of personal assistant duties, office management, document drafting, and meeting administration.
This is a varied and trusted role at the centre of a busy and evolving organisation. The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day coordination tasks, help maintain structure across the executive team, and bring a professional presence to the wider office.
Key Responsibilities
- Executive Support
- Act as the central liaison and unifying force within the executive team
- Manage diaries and schedule meetings for the Aerodrome Manager, CEO, and Head of Finance
- Draft routine correspondence and assist with the preparation of reports, presentations, and internal communications
- Organise travel, accommodation, and expense submissions
- Maintain discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information
- Meeting & Document Administration
- Prepare agendas, take accurate minutes, and track follow-up actions for leadership and operational meetings
- Format and proof documents, reports, and board materials
- Maintain document filing systems, both electronic and hard copy
Office & Resource Management
- Monitor office supplies, printer resources, and basic facilities needs
- Liaise with suppliers and maintenance contacts as needed.
- Support onboarding of new staff (e.g. pass applications, desk setup, key access)
Team Liaison
- Act as a point of contact for internal coordination between departments on behalf of the executive team
- Support event coordination and leadership visits as required
Person Specification
Essential:
- Proven experience in an administrative or PA/EA role
- Strong written English and document formatting skills
- Highly organised, discreet, and adaptable
- Comfortable working under pressure and balancing multiple priorities
- Confident with Microsoft Office and diary management tools
Desirable:
- Experience in a complex or regulated work environment (aviation, healthcare, legal)
- Familiarity with basic office operations (procurement, IT liaison, staff support)
- Ability to spot inefficiencies and improve local processes
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Amazing opportunity for a French Speaking Operations Executive to join a friendly team in London. We are looking for Good Knowledge of the UK as a destination and fluency in English and a second language (French) . You will be responsible for quoting and operating incoming travel groups to the UK, and to confirm all services required in good time.
Job Purpose:
⦁ To work closely with senior operators in order to develop and grow incoming groups⦁ Quote & Operate groups in a successful, profitable and professional manner
Job Specification:
⦁ To Maintain good relations with all clients and suppliers at all times⦁ To Respond to requests from clients accurately and in a timely manner⦁ Follow up of quotation sent out in order to convert requests into confirmed bookings⦁ Ensure the smooth operations of all groups (i.e. booking all services, issuing vouchers, invoicing clients)⦁ Negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best possible rates and liaise with the Product team on rates, new hotels and coach companies⦁ Take all necessary steps to ensure the success of the tour whilst travelling and if required contact the group leader / tour manager or escort during the running of the tour to ensure that all arrangements are satisfactory⦁ Follow up with client after travel to ensure maximum satisfaction⦁ Minimise accounts/credit control problems and to ensure that invoicing is completed at a stage which gives Credit Control sufficient time to anticipate potential problems⦁ Check financial details of each booking and to ensure profit / loss is identified on the reservation system accurately (TourPlan)
Candidate Specification:
Requirements:⦁ Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet⦁ Exceptional customer service and result driven⦁ Ability to work under pressure⦁ Highly accurate with an excellent attention to detail⦁ Fluency in English⦁ Fluency in French⦁ Ability to make decisions and to work on own initiative
Desirable:⦁ Fluency in any other European language⦁ Experience within the inbound tourism industry in the UK and Ireland
The Package:Salary range £27-28k+ pa dependent on experience. This is a lovely company to work for with a great product, beautiful offices, good benefits package and career progression opportunities.
Interested?If you are keen to be considered for this fantastic role and feel you meet the desired requirements please submit your CV via the Apply button online or send your CV directly to michae@traveltraderecruitment.co.uk.....Read more...
Are you passionate about helping others, keen to develop professional skills, and ready to kickstart your career in a supportive and diverse workplace? Sandwell Council is offering a range of Customer Service Apprenticeships across several internal departments.
Opportunities Available In:
Asset Management & Improvement - Support the delivery of housing repairs and maintenance services by liaising with contractors, scheduling jobs, and providing updates to residents. You’ll develop ICT, admin, and organisational skills while helping ensure council housing services run smoothly.
Revenue & Benefits Team - Work in the Business Rates team to provide information on exemptions, reliefs, and payment arrangements. A great opportunity to build your customer service and data handling skills while assisting local taxpayers.
Children & Education Directorate - Provide business and project support across various education services and assist the PA to the Executive Director. You'll be involved in everything from diary management to liaising with schools and partner agencies.
Skills & Employability Team - Support a high-performing careers team by organising appointments, marketing events, and keeping social media and websites up to date. Gain valuable insight into the careers guidance sector while building your communication and organisational skills.
Independent Living Centre - Help support vulnerable residents by processing Blue Badge applications, managing admin tasks, and providing excellent customer service in a role that truly makes a difference.
Think Sandwell Team - Be part of the council’s business support services—handling client files, supporting funding claims, arranging meetings, and promoting local employability programmes.
Customer Contact Centre - Work in a fast-paced contact centre and complaints team environment where you’ll assist residents, update systems, and deliver high-quality support on a wide range of council services.
These roles provide a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world experience while working towards a recognised qualification. Whether you're supporting housing repairs, providing careers guidance, managing education admin, or helping residents access vital services, these roles will give you the skills, experience, and confidence to launch your future career.Training:At the end, you will gain a Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner Qualification. The apprenticeship training will be delivered in the workplace, as you will receive visits from a college assessor. The apprenticeship will also include a proportion of 20% off-the-job training and a robust programme of Mandatory Apprentice Training provided by Sandwell Council to include: Safeguarding, Prevent, Fire Awareness, Data Protection & Cyber Security and Equality & Diversity.Training Outcome:This apprenticeship is a fixed-term 12-month contract and at the end you will gain a Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner Qualification. However, the skills, knowledge and experience gained in this apprenticeship will allow you to gain future opportunities in the sector.Employer Description:Sandwell is a large, multicultural metropolitan borough situated in the heart of the Black Country, to the west of Birmingham, within the West Midlands conurbation and with a population of over 280,000. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with employees in a variety of occupations, providing a comprehensive range of services. For more information about Sandwell Council’s apprenticeship programme and our recruitment process please visit our YouTube channel. Find out more information on Sandwell’s Values and Behaviours on the council’s webpage. For more information on careers in local government you can view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide.Working Hours :Monday - Friday with hours varying between 8am - 5.30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Data Protection,Flexibility,Empathy/Sympathy,Confidentiality,Professionalism,Respect for others....Read more...
