Executive Assistant

Summary

£41,800* - £50,600* per annum | 35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re assertive, adaptable, and passionate in what we do.
Just like you.

Our Buying team is looking for an Executive Assistant to join the team.  You will be working closely with the Senior Buying Directors as well as the wider buying team. You will be responsible for office management duties from diary management to being the person to go to if any issues arise.

The Buying team has many touch points across multiple departments so you will need excellent organisational skills and communication skills.  If you have a positive can-do attitude then this could be an exciting opportunity for you. 
At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you’ll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.

To keep in line with company structure this role will be called Associate Consultant internally.

What you'll do

• Providing daily support to our five Buying Directors – Travel booking, meeting organisation, holiday planning, mail, emails, phone calls, office organisation and other ad hoc requests.


• Coordinating appointments, managing the agenda, and consolidating minutes.


• Processing of incoming and outgoing mail.


• Booking refreshments/lunch vouchers for visitors/logging visitors.


• Executing general office management tasks, including hospitality and meeting room preparation.


• Assisting with new starters and training plans for the department.


• Office management duties include onboarding of new starters, creating information lists, ensuring all facilities issues are reported and dealing with visitors arriving at Head office.


• Other ad hoc tasks.

What you'll need

• Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail skills


• A strong multitasker with the ability to prioritise conflicting deadlines and a varied workload


• Experience of working as an office management assistant


• Outstanding communication skills and able to communicate at all levels


• Experience of supporting managers/directors in the workplace


• Can do attitude and not afraid to get involved


• Previous secretarial/EA experience would be an advantage but not essential


• German would be an advantage but not essential

What you'll receive

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  35 days holiday (pro rata)

  
  


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  10% in-store discount

  
  


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  Enhanced family leave

  
  


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  Pension scheme

  
  


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  Plus, more of the perks you deserve

  
  

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

*Includes a 10% non-contractual London weighting

If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.