Your new role

Your new role…

In this exciting role, you’ll be the backbone of our Support Office, keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes! You’ll juggle administrative tasks while supporting the Senior Leadership Team and lead a small team that takes care of Reception and Housekeeping. You'll be diving into all kinds of projects so get ready for plenty of exposure to key business conversations and a chance to grow personally and professionally. If you’re ready to make an impact and have a good time doing it, this is the place for you!

A day in the life of…  

An Executive Assistant, 

• You will be responsible for diary management for the Managing Director and at times the Senior Leadership team. 

• You will be accountable for all office administration, including duties like, ordering stock, supplier management, processing expenses, booking travel, organising meeting rooms and refreshments when needed

• You will liaise with Executive Assistants who work within the wider DFS Group Leadership team

• You will work closely with the MD/SLT on priorities, cross functional coordination and new and efficient ways of working

• You will manage the  support office administration including duties like organising room bookings, travel and refreshments when needed

• You will work along side the Support Office Team Leader to, implement and embed any new processes 

• You will create agendas for meetings, take notes and actions and liaise directly with the Senior Leadership Team

• You will be trusted to provide efficient and confidential support and updates on time, and in a way that is clear, concise, and engaging for the audience.

• You will lead a small team including the Housekeepers, Receptionist and Support Office Team Leader, ensuring  adequate cover during periods of annual leave or sickness. This may include you personally covering any of these areas. 

• Overseeing the day-to-day administrative activities of the office, including managing the office budget, recording expenditure, and managing invoice 

• You’ll be responsible for creating presentations in GoogleSlides to be used at board level 

In an ideal world… 

You will have the following experience… 

• The ability to communicate both verbally and written at all levels, building strong working relationships

• You need to be able to adapt and respond quickly to change 

• The ability to work well alone, organise and prioritise your workload, adhering to strict and often short deadlines.

• Previous experience leading, motivating and managing a team

• Experience in project management and have the ability to bring together a team to help you succeed

• A passion for continuous improvement 

• Don’t be afraid to think bold - we’re ambitious at Sofology and want to stand out from the crowd!

• You are a strong, engaging communicator. You capture an audience's attention when you speak.

Pay & Perks…

• Great basic salary with company bonus 

• Plenty of opportunities to learn & grow.

• 30% discount across the Group, plus 15% for your friends and family

• Access to discounts at 100’s of high street retailers.

• Mental, physical and financial support (EAP)

• Enhanced maternity & adoption pay

• Spend up to £1,500 at Currys / PC World and spread the cost through Sofology. 

• Additional days off, whether it’s your wedding, birthday or even the arrival of your new furry friend

• A contributory health scheme, flu vaccines, access to a Doctor and private health check

• Income protection, bereavement and life assurance - you can count on us to be there when it matters 

• Holiday buy back scheme (5 days)

• Okay, so the list just goes on, but here’s a few more…. Sharesave, volunteer days and a cycle to work scheme!

A little bit about Sofology…

We’re a fun place to be and we know our people are priceless. We’re proud of our Sofologists, who roll out the red carpet to each and every one of our customers, forever working together to be bold and ambitious. 

We’re all about crafting an unrivalled sofa experience that leaves our customers and Sofologists in awe. We wholeheartedly embody our values, infusing them in every aspect of our work. 

Roll Out The Red Carpet - From browsing to buying and beyond, we always ensure a Very Important Customer experience - no ifs, no buts.

A Seat for Everyone - Be yourself and feel at home. We know that different backgrounds and experiences make us stronger. 

Bold By Design - We're a courageous brand with ambition and drive. We’ll never settle for second best and always strive for more. 

So, if you want to join us on the sofa, save your seat by applying now!

Sofology