The Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust (also known as BBOWT) was formed in 1959 and has a vision of an environment rich in wildlife for everyone, valued by all. We aim to lead the way to nature’s recovery through innovative land management, and connect people with nature to improve their wellbeing. We work in partnership and through collaborative projects with local communities, businesses, land owners and local authorities. In the three counties BBOWT owns or manages over 80 nature reserves covering 2,500 hectares. We have more than 50,000 members, employ over 100 professional staff, and have active support from more than 1,350 volunteers. Each year around 12,000 schoolchildren visit our education centres. BBOWT has an annual turnover of over £6 million and receives income from membership subscriptions, grants and donations. BBOWT is one of 46 Wildlife Trusts working across the UK, each is a corporate member of the Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts.

Our mission – To create a Living Landscape across our towns, cities and countryside and inspire our communities to act for nature.

Our aim – To lead the way for nature’s recovery and connect people with nature, so that:

• Our soil and water resources are managed to create functioning ecosystems and wildlife rich places.

• Local communities, decision-makers, landowners and business work with and for nature.

• People recognise their dependence upon nature and its value to their mental and physical wellbeing.

Do you have an interest in nature, people, public affairs and environmental politics, project management and enjoy working at pace with new and routine tasks? We are seeking an Executive Assistant to support our Chief Executive and ensure the smooth running of the Chief Executive's office and supporting her to plan priorities and efficient management of time and focus.

You are an expert communicator, on the phone, in all written forms including email and face-to-face. You work well under pressure, are self-motivated and can manage upwards

As a frequent first-point of contact in this dynamic organisation, you will play a key role in leading and reflecting the highest quality of standards and professionalism. This involves routine proactive diary and email management, making all necessary arrangements for and maintaining relationships with internal and external meetings and coordinating briefing and research papers and active involvement in project development. We can depend on you to remember the finer details at all times.

Salary: £14,710 - £15,020 (pro rata) per annum (£24,517 – £25,033 FTE)

Contract: Permanent, part time

Hours: 21 hours per week (flexible over 4-5 days)

Based: The Lodge, Littlemore, Oxford and Homeworking