Executive Assistant - The London EDITION

Job description

The London EDITION is looking for its next Executive Assistant!

We are looking for a sophisticated and proactive Executive Assistant to join the team at The London EDITION.

This pivotal role requires a highly proactive approach, anticipating the needs of the General Manager and Hotel Manager, and taking initiative in all tasks. 

In this role you will:

·  Act as a representative of the General Manager and Hotel Manager, upholding the highest standards of professionalism.
·  Manage the General Manager's email inbox and diary.
·  Liaise with relevant hotel departments to ensure VIP guests experience a seamless stay.
·  Perform administrative tasks to support the General Manager and Hotel Manager, including the preparation of correspondence, reports and presentations.
·  Handle confidential information with sensitivity and discretion.
·  Provide support to heads of departments when needed.

Our most successful Executive Assistant is someone who:

·  Has previous experience in an executive assistant role, preferably within the hospitality industry.
·  Maintain excellent and sophisticated communication skills to interact effectively with guests, staff, and senior stakeholders.
·  Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills, managing schedules, meetings, and documentation with precision.
·  Has the ability to multi-task.
·  Demonstrates a highly proactive attitude.
·  Shows flexibility in adapting to the dynamic environment of the hotel, ready to assist with various administrative tasks as needed.
·  Exhibits a hospitable personality, ensuring an approachable and welcoming demeanour at all times.
·  Possesses strong problem-solving abilities, addressing issues promptly and efficiently.
·  Exercises discretion and maintain confidentiality in all matters.

Would you like a job that gives you…

·  Food on shift – Meals on us!
·  Late evening/Early morning taxi allowance up to £20
·  Uniform Provided - Dry cleaning included.
·  Discounted accommodation in over 9,000 hotels all over the world. Yes, 9,000!
·  Discounted food & drink in all our restaurants and bars
·  Discounts for your friends and family
·  £5 breakfast when staying in most of our European hotels
·  Specially curated discounts in thousands of shops
·  24-hour employee assistance helpline
·  Wellness and mental health programmes
·  Amazing employee parties
·  28 Holiday days (including bank holidays) increasing with length of service
·  Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses
·  Instant employee recognition
·  Employee of the month nominations with generous prizes
·  Unlimited career opportunities (internationally and locally)
·  Internal transfer and promotion opportunities
·  In-house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth 
·  ...and much more

EDITION Hotels combine the visionary genius of boutique hotelier Ian Schrager, the service delivery of a world-class luxury hotel, and the global reach of Marriott International to create an entirely new experience in the world of hospitality. Our hotels are stunning microcosms of the world's top cities, featuring the finest in dining, entertainment, nightlife, and service to create an enchanting experience that makes your spirit soar.

If this sounds like the perfect place for you, apply to be our next Executive Assistant today!

EDITION is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination.

EDITION Hotels combine the visionary genius of boutique hotelier Ian Schrager, the service delivery of a world-class luxury hotel, and the global reach of Marriott International to create an entirely new experience in the world of hospitality. EDITION delivers the best of both worlds in a delicate balancing act – polish with personality, perfectionism with individualism, and comfort with charisma and charm. The brand targets sophisticated, knowledgeable consumers who understand quality, originality, design, and service excellence, but who want it without limitations – breaking the bounds of convention and demanding an attitude and a feeling wrapped in a package that showcases the exceptional.

But to create this magical experience, we need you. We are looking for outgoing, authentically amazing people who are looking for a place to work that inspires them, challenges them and makes them proud to come to work. A place where service comes from the heart, not from a handbook. A place that delivers a never-ending theatrical performance that continuously delights and enchants each and every one of our guests.

We invite you to join us today. In joining EDITION, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin  your purpose,  belong  to an amazing global​ team, and  become  the best version of you.