Who are we
Founded in 1896, Knight Frank was registered as Knight Frank LLP a Limited Liability Partnership, on 3 November 2003, registered in England & Wales at 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN with the registered number of OC305934. Headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments in over 50 Markets, 600+ Offices, 20,000+ People, 1 Global Network.
At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors – both emerging and established – we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their property goals.
A true partnership is a balanced one, and our People are passionate about, and committed to, making our business inclusive and diverse. We give every individual the space and opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the immense value they bring. We empower everyone to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to use their voice in how we can make a positive impact as a firm and shape the future of real estate, the built environment and the impact on the communities we serve. Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation, and new ideas are celebrated.
In 2021 we celebrated our 125th anniversary and set out Our Desired Future, cemented in three pillars: People Potential, Client Centricity and always Creating our Future, together.
About The Role
We're looking for a highly organised and proactive Business Support / Executive Assistant to join our Sheffield Agency & Development Team. This is an exciting opportunity to become a key member of a fast-paced, client-focused business, providing first-class support to a successful team while helping to drive operational excellence across the office.
About the Role
As the first point of support for the Sheffield Agency & Development Team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of a busy department. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, managing a broad range of administrative, operational, business development and marketing activities, while acting as a trusted partner to the team.
This is a varied role that requires exceptional organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a professional and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Executive & Administrative Support
Data, Financial & Operational Support
Compliance & Process Management
Marketing, Business Development & Events
About You
You'll be an enthusiastic and adaptable professional who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys being at the centre of a successful team.
Essential Skills & Experience
- At least 1 year's experience in an administrative, operations, executive assistant or business support role.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach and willingness to take ownership.
Desirable
- Experience supporting business development, marketing or events.
- Exposure to compliance, audit, AML or information security processes.
- Experience working with CRM systems and databases.
- Experience supporting senior stakeholders or leadership teams.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, high-performing team where you'll be trusted to make an impact from day one. You'll gain exposure to a wide variety of activities across operations, administration, marketing, compliance and business development, while developing your career within a supportive and professional environment. For more details on our Sheffield office, please click here .
Competitive salary
Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.
