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Farm PA to MD

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ecocareers

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Sustainability
  • Reading, +3

AI generated summary

  • You must be highly organized, able to multitask, and an excellent communicator with strong relationship-building skills. A keen interest in farming and agriculture is preferred.
  • You will manage the MD’s diary, act as their office contact, organize projects, build relationships with partners, keep KPI records, and adapt as the role evolves.

Requirements

  • You will need to be extremely organised and able to multitask
  • Excellent communicator and relationship builder
  • A strong interest in farming and agriculture is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Manage the MDs diary and meeting schedules
  • Act as the MDs point of contact in the office (he travels quite a lot!)
  • Organising the MDs projects and ensuring that everything runs smoothly and to plan
  • Strong relationship building with other Partners and managing expectations
  • Keep KPI records for SLT targets
  • This role will evolve in time
  • Based in Wokingham open plan office environment (non corporate)

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Farm PA to MD position?

The working hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday.

Is this position office-based or remote?

This position is office-based, located in an open plan office environment on the outskirts of Wokingham, Berkshire.

What specific responsibilities will I have as the PA to MD?

You will manage the MD’s diary and meeting schedules, act as the MD’s point of contact, organize projects, build relationships with partners, keep KPI records, and more.

Is prior experience in agriculture required for this role?

While prior experience in agriculture is not strictly required, a strong interest in farming and agriculture is preferred.

What skills are essential for succeeding in the Farm PA to MD role?

You should be extremely organized, able to multitask, and possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Will this role change or evolve over time?

Yes, the role is expected to evolve over time as needs and responsibilities may change.

How often does the MD travel, and how does that affect the PA's responsibilities?

The MD travels quite a lot, so the PA will need to manage his schedules and serve as the primary point of contact in his absence.

What is the office environment like?

The office environment is open plan and non-corporate, fostering a collaborative atmosphere.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

While not explicitly mentioned, the evolving nature of the role may present opportunities for professional development and growth.

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