Project Assistant

Project Assistant
Ref: AT45711

A global Japanese trading house is currently recruiting a Project Assistant.

This is a 3 months fixed-term contract, and in this role you will be working as part of a small team which supports the Regional CEO and business teams, to provide temporary support for various projects.

This is a busy team that requires temporary support over the summer months.
An understanding of Japanese culture and some Japanese skill will be advantageous.

TYPE: Full-time, fixed-term contract (3 months)
WORKING HOURS: 9:00-17:00 from Monday to Friday
SALARY: £35-40K (pro rata) depending on experience

START: ASAP
LOCATION: Central London

Project Assistant Main Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a small team which supports the Regional CEO and business teams
• Provide temporary support for various projects including preparation for compliance with EU regulations such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
• Business development support and assistance with organising events
• Temporary support over the summer months

Project Assistant Ideal Candidate:

• University graduate (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in roles that can demonstrate their research and communication capabilities
• Ability to research, summarise and communicate information clearly e.g. information obtained from websites, webinars, meetings
• Experience of handling data using Excel, e.g. aggregating, and analysing data from different sources, or preparing costings
• Preparing slides and presentation materials
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Flexible and proactive (candidates must be willing to support a variety of projects from research to general office administration if required)
• Efficiency and attention to detail and good time management
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Understanding of UK/EU political systems and legislative processes
• Some knowledge of sustainability topics and legislation
• Japanese language skills are not an essential requirement for this role. However, some knowledge of Japanese language and culture would be beneficial

** All applicants must have the right to work in the UK as the Company is not able to offer visa support.


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