Personal Assistant

Location: Hull based with hybrid working

At Jacksons, we make Great Bread and deliver Great Service, but to do that we need Great People!

We are seeking a Personal Assistant who will provide a comprehensive package of proactive support to the Managing Director and the wider Senior Leadership Team (SLT). They will support individuals in performing their daily tasks and work closely with the team to help them prioritise and manage their time effectively.

The role will ensure that fully confidential support is given to the MD and SLT, from managing the prioritisation and delegation of time and tasks through to compiling materials to aid the business strategy. 

Key Areas of Responsibility include schedule management, information and communication management, customer liaison, team support, reception and facilities.

Hours of Work

This is a permanent, full-time position working Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week.

About you

You will have substantial administrative experience including diary management and minute taking, with proficiency in MS Office applications such as Outlook mail, Excel, Word, Power point and Teams. Excellent clear and professional communicator both via email and telephone as well as confident in dealing with all levels of colleagues. You will have a can-do attitude with well-developed problem-solving skills.  You will have great attention to detail and the ability to work well as part of a team. Trust, discretion, tact is of paramount importance.

About us

We know our bread! Established in 1901, we’re the UK’s largest sandwich bread manufacturing in the UK.

We’re proud to be part of the William Jackson Food Group, a dedicated family-owned food business which started in 1851. Our sister businesses are Wellocks, Abel & Cole, Myfresh and Belazu. Family values and the commitment which comes with such a long-standing business are rooted in our culture here at Jacksons.

Let us tell you some more benefits you would receive if you joined Jacksons:

• Employee discounts on a range of products from across the group
• Reward system where you can get discounts from many well-known retailers and leisure facilities
• We will provide you with laundered PPE clothing and shoes to wear in the factory
• Free on-site parking
• Fancy volunteering, we will give you one day off a year to take part in volunteering.
• Cycle to Work Scheme that offers discounted bikes and cycling equipment.
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• We also have a range of employee support services available, should you need any independent advice.
• Excellent canteen facilities, vending machines, microwaves, fridges to store your own food AND free tea, coffee and toast. We also have a table tennis table for you to battle with your team mates too.

Please note we reserve the right to close this recruitment campaign before the advertised closing date. As such, we advise you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

Contact information

Katie Palmer