Assistant to CEO / Executive Assistant – Design house
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Position Overview & Specifications
SANTORO is an internationally recognised, award-winning design house. It is known for the creation and development of hugely successful lifestyle brands, such as Groovy Chick (Bang on the Door) & Gorjuss. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with the CEO at the forefront of the company as it embarks on exciting new enterprises. With Santoro’s fashion and lifestyle products now selling in over 90 countries worldwide, the company has ambitious growth plans going forward, providing incredible scope for the right candidate to progress as the company expands and diversifies.
www.santoro-london.com | www.santorus.com
Role & Responsibilities:
- Organise business appointments, travel arrangements and events
- Communicate on the CEO’s behalf with external suppliers and clients
- Expense management & raising of purchase orders
- Company event planning, coordination and execution
- Administration tasks including the procurement of office/IT equipment, stationery
- Negotiating with and the project management of prospective and current suppliers related to business operations
- Assisting with the management of the CEO’s portfolio of properties, covering all aspects from insurance to maintenance
- The role may require International travel, including visiting tradeshows and subsidiaries
The right candidate will have:
- Achieved top grades at GCSE/A-Level
- A minimum of 2 years administrative experience in a similar role or admin role
- Ability and confidence to work closely with the founders of the business
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- An organised and proactive agenda – the ability to keep on top of the workload and manage the constantly varying demands of the role
- A methodical and detail oriented approach to projects
- A willingness to learn new skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and Outlook
- A self-motivated and positive attitude
- A high level of independence and tenacity to work within a demanding environment and dynamic team
If this sounds like the role for you, please send your CV and a Covering Letter including salary expectations and availability.
Please note only successful applicants will be notified.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £26,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Assistant to CEO / Executive Assistant – Design house roles across Santoro Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £26,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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