Executive Assistant

About Allica Bank

Allica is the UK’s fastest growing company - and the fastest-growing financial technology (Fintech) firm ever. Our purpose is to help established SMEs, one of the last major underserved opportunities in Fintech. Established SMEs are the backbone of local communities - representing over a third of our economy - yet have been largely neglected both by traditional high street banks and modern fintech providers.

Role Description

A varied role to provide proactive, efficient, accurate and timely administrative support to members of the Executive Team, having experience in using a variety of office software (email tools, spreadsheets and databases) to support these duties.

Principal Accountabilities

• To support the CEO, CFO and GC in their day-to-day activities, including schedule management, the preparation of correspondence and other documentation to support the day-to-day operation of the business.
• Scheduling meetings both internal and external as required and providing support to ensure the smooth running of the office and help to improve company procedures and day-to-day operations.
• Supporting members of the Executive Team with travel/diary management, finding ways to enable the Executive Team to focus on their core roles.
• Liaises with the Chairman and Non-Executive Directors to schedule Board meetings, and takes minutes for Board and Executive Committee meetings.
• Promoting Allica’s culture and bringing new ideas to the team.
• Liaising and working alongside Allica colleagues to ensure customer or colleague outcomes are effectively handled.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable policies, operating procedures and internal controls.
• Establishing and actively managing a personal development plan.
• To deputise to the other Executive Assistants in their absence or as required.

Personal Attributes & Experience

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or Administrative Assistant
• Proficiency in MS Office (MS Word, PowerPoint and MS Outlook, in particular)
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise work
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment
• A creative mind with an ability to suggest improvements
• A team player who is a good cultural fit with Allica’s values.
• Proven ability to deliver exceptional service to both colleagues and customers.

Working at Allica Bank

At Allica Bank we want to ensure our employees have the right tools and environment in which to succeed in their role and in support of our customers. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, so our benefits are designed with you in mind:

• Full onboarding support and continued development opportunities
• Options for flexible working
• Regular social activities
• Pension contributions
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private health cover
• Life assurance
• Family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Don’t tick every box?

Don’t worry if you don’t have all the skills or requirements listed on the job description. If you think you’ll be a good fit, we’d still love to hear from you!

Flexible working

We know the ‘9-to-5’ isn’t right for everyone. That’s why Allica Bank is fully committed to flexible and hybrid working. Please let us know what is best for you and, if we can, we will do our best to accommodate.

Diversity

We’re a diverse bunch here at Allica, with all kinds of experiences, backgrounds and lifestyles. Our openness and differences make us stronger, and we want everybody to feel comfortable bringing as much of themselves to work with them as they like.