Business assistant

We are looking to strengthen the team at Thomas Gray by hiring several dynamic and motivated individuals to join initially as a Business Assistant with opportunities to develop within the company. You will report to our Business Manager where your main responsibilities will be to provide support to the wider team and Consultants who already have an established client and candidate base. Within the first three months, you will be guided by different mentors to develop your knowledge of functions and companies within the Construction and Housebuilding sectors. This role will provide tangible earning potential and career development within a stable and long-term employer. Your success will be largely dependant on your ability to communicate effectively over the phone, be a team player, have a curious nature, bring a positive personality and drive to succeed. Key Responsibilities: * Mapping, identifying, and assessing talent gathering valuable market research * Assist in the delivery of interim, permanent and search assignments * Working with designated Consultant and Directors to develop and sustain client and candidate relationships with the purpose of generating sales * Assist in candidate identification, initial approach, and pre-screening * CV preparation and CRM management * Creating job adverts and deciding the criteria required for a role * Advising clients on candidate selection - getting the best for both parties * Preparing candidates for upcoming interviews and organising meetings * Identifying potential new clients to create more business About You: * Self-motivated and able to identify opportunities * Driven and determined to achieve targets and objectives * Ability to prioritise and escalate where necessary * Attention to detail and accuracy * Team orientated * Tenacious and resilient * Customer focused approach * A confident and persuasive communicator on the phone * Demonstrable questioning and listening skills * Time management and organisational skills * Positive outlook * Innovative At Thomas Gray we can offer you: * Uncapped commission structure * Gym Membership * Supportive working culture and environment * Fantastic and established Clients * Dress down days * Early finish Fridays * 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays and the time between Christmas and New Years