Executive Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
HWC Logistics (Part of White Stores)
Executive Assistant
Sawston, Cambridge
£25,000 - £27,000 per annum
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5pm
The Company
For more than 15 years, White Stores has been a trailblazer in the garden furniture industry, bringing our values, ambitions, and passion for products into the fold. Challenging the status quo, White Stores has become an award-winning retailer that has put our customers at the heart of what we do, giving life to a vibrant, growing business.
This rapid growth has led to the formation of HWC Logistics, which is part of the White Stores Group. At HWC, we specialise in providing end-to-end third-party logistics, storage and fulfilment solutions that are facilitated by industry-leading technology, and people that care. Using our expertise and detailed knowledge, we strive to be efficient, progressive, and dynamic.
Based in a modern, 240,000 square foot warehouse just south of Cambridge, we’re giving you the chance to join a company that cares about their products, customers and most importantly, you. While it’s an exciting time to join HWC, we’re always looking towards the future, with plans to scale up our logistics solutions to external customers, too.
So, if you’re looking to join a company that’s built on hard-work and integrity, we’re currently looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to join our excellent team.
The Benefits
- Salary of up to £27,000 per annum
- 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Generous holiday allowance
- Free Parking
- Pension
- Company Events
- Learning, training, and ongoing development
The Role
To take ownership of strong communication between the Group and HWC ensuring that all group led announcements and publications are fully delivered to the warehouse and logistics teams.
Support in all reporting and presenting that is required by the Management Team of HWC to coordinate a professional output at all times.
Updating the HR database with all employees in HWC sickness/annual leave alongside supporting the HR department at head office with varied duties.
To gain a working knowledge of the logistics function and support in projects to deliver increased efficiency and profitability.
Support in all reporting and presenting that is required by the Management team of HWC to coordinate a professional output at all times.
Additionally, you will:
- Work alongside the HWC management team to support with any tasks that will arise daily.
- Minute taking
- Assist the Operations Director and warehouse managers with all admin tasks and reporting
- Daily checks of the warehouse to ensure all areas are working efficiently as they should be
- Updating Operations Director and managers on a daily basis of any discrepancies/issues
Tasks will also vary on a day-to-day basis
About You
To be considered as an Executive Assistant, you will need:
- Experience working within warehousing and operations would be beneficial
- PA/EA experience supporting at Director/Management level
- A good understanding of H&S, reporting and HR procedures
- Knowledge of MS Office applications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Enthusiastic
- Resilient
- Accountable
At HWC, we’re not just a logistics company, we’re a progressive company with a difference. The difference? Our people. We believe in creating an environment that is inclusive and one that provides equal opportunities to everyone.
Every day we strive to be better, and we continue to grow HWC on the foundation of our values. One of our values is empowering our people and embracing diversity. No matter who you are, or where you’re from, at HWC you can be part of the team.
So, if you want to join a fast-growing logistics company that is looking to challenge the status-quo, then please apply today.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £25,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sawston, CB22: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Executive Assistant roles across HWC Logistics Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £23,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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