Overview
Grafton Ecommerce is looking for a dependable and proactive Executive Assistant to join our growing business in Preston.
This is not a standard office job. The role involves a mix of office tasks, warehouse operations, social media management, logistics, and general day-to-day business support. We are looking for someone organised, hardworking, willing to learn, and ready to get involved wherever needed.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who wants to grow with a business long-term, take on responsibility, and be part of building something bigger.
We are specifically looking for responsible, accountable, and reliable individuals who take pride in their work, follow through on responsibilities, and can be trusted in an important role within the business.
Training will be provided, and the right person will gain hands-on experience across different areas of the business.
Duties
- Manage the CEO’s calendar, appointments, meetings, and daily schedule
- Assist with day-to-day administrative and operational tasks
- Prepare and organise correspondence, reports, and documents using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Handle incoming calls, emails, and customer enquiries professionally
- Support warehouse operations including picking, packing, organising stock, shipping coordination, and inventory management
- Assist with social media posting, content management, and online engagement
- Maintain accurate records, files, invoices, and data entry tasks
- Assist with ordering office supplies and maintaining organisation across the office and warehouse
- Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners to support smooth workflow and communication
- Handle confidential business information with professionalism and discretion
- Support miscellaneous business projects, errands, and operational tasks as needed
- Be willing to assist in any area of the business when required
Skills & Requirements
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to keep tasks, files, and priorities well managed
- Confident using ChatGPT and other AI tools to help with writing, research, planning, organisation, and productivity
- Comfortable using digital tools, apps, and systems that help improve workflow and efficiency
- Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, email, and online platforms
- Able to stay organised while handling multiple tasks at once
- Strong communication skills and a professional attitude
- Good attention to detail and a careful approach to work
- Able to work independently and take initiative when needed
- Willingness to learn new systems, tools, and ways of working
- Comfortable working across office and warehouse tasks when required
- Positive mindset, strong work ethic, and a genuine desire to help the business grow
- Previous office, admin, ecommerce, or operations experience is helpful but not essential for the right person, as training will be provided and you will have the opportunity to learn directly from the CEO through hands-on experience across different areas of the business
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work directly with the CEO
- Valuable hands-on experience across ecommerce, operations, administration, logistics, and business management
- Opportunity for progression and long-term growth within the company
- Fast-paced and ambitious working environment
- Real involvement in building and growing a business
- Support, mentorship, and investment in the right person’s personal and professional growth
Pay: From £24,420.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
