About The Role

The Executive Personal Assistant will act as a first point of contact regarding day-to-day activities, liaising with and referring to other functions/regions as necessary in an efficient and professional manner.

This is a fixed term contract role until January 31st 2022.

Kerry operates a hybrid working policy, the successful candidate will be required to work from our offices in Naas each week.

What will I be doing?

• Act as a first point of contact regarding day-to-day activities, liaising with and referring to other functions/regions as necessary in an efficient and professional manner
• Manage the day-to-day activities to effectively schedule meetings, events, conferences, and travel arrangements in an efficient and productive manner
• Prioritising, preparing for, responding to and managing all activities, events and requests for information both into and out of the Executive offices
• Screening and prioritising incoming information and communications, responding, re-directing where appropriate with internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare papers and packs for a range of meetings, operating to the highest standards of confidentially, discretion and diplomacy
• Partnering effectively forecast and plan for key events and future meetings, confidently and professionally
• Attending meetings and preparing keynote presentations
• Shaping meetings by formalising agendas, chairing meetings, if required, and developing effective systems to capture actions, categorise and monitor progress
• Tracking progress on key metrics and action points in addition to required monthly reporting
• General administrative duties in support of executive roles

What do I need to be successful?

In Kerry we understand that people have very different career trajectories and experiences. In order to be successful in this role we would be looking for the right competencies and aptitudes as well as your proven track record of success in a similar role and environment.

These include:

• Experience in a similar role supporting executive level individuals
• Excellent administration and communication skills with a high-level proficiency in Microsoft suite of applications
• Experience of working in a busy corporate environment and displaying excellent planning, organisational and time-management skills
• Sound understanding of functions and business areas across organisation
• Extremely self-motivated with ability to motivate others and meet demanding schedules
• Work to high standards using judgement & initiative to ensure that appropriate standards are met, and high-quality results are achieved
• Professionalism, accuracy, discretion, confidentiality, and flexibility are key role requirements

About Kerry

The aim to shape the future of food might seem ambitious to some, but to us in Kerry Taste and Nutrition, it's all in a day’s work. Kerry is dedicated to helping create better-tasting, more authentic and nutritious food, and beverages. We produce safe, quality products that help feed millions every day. Wherever you are, we can work together to create inspiring solutions that nourish life.

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In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.