Administration and Travel Assistant; Maternity Cover

EUROPEAN DIRECTOR'S ASSISTANT

Based: Office based (4 days a week)
Contract: 12 Months
Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am - 5pm
Location: Theale, Reading
Reports to: Executive Assistant/EU Events Coordinator

Roland is a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of electronic musical instruments including keyboards & synthesise rs, guitar products, electronic percussion, digital recording equipment, amplifiers and audio processing devices. You will be joining a high‑performing team that values, respect and collaboration, while maintaining a strong focus on delivering results. At Roland, you will find a friendly, down-to-earth atmosphere. Although the company operates worldwide, the working environment remains grounded, friendly and genuinely supportive.

We look for people who bring energy, curiosity, and ambition. Individuals who want to grow and challenge themselves. If you’re passionate about Roland, our products or music in general, you may be a perfect match.

As part of the team, the Director’s Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient day‑to‑day running of the office. This position is responsible for maintaining an organized, productive working environment and acting as a central point of contact for colleagues and external partners. The role also provides comprehensive administrative and logistical support, including coordinating travel and accommodation arrangements for employees across Europe.

General day‑to‑day administrative duties, which support the European Directors and Senior Managers with their responsibilities, including but not limited to:

• Proactive diary management
• Advanced booking of travel and accommodation
• Welcoming and professional face of the company for external guests and visiting staff
• Organising meetings and calendar management
• Receiving and distributing incoming calls
  
  Provide backup support to the office team
• Sourcing and purchasing ad hoc company requirements, including stationery
• Managing office supplies
• Ensuring the office operates in a professional, organised and compliant manner
• Managing costs
• Open/distribute mail
• Responsible for the smooth running of meeting room reservations
• Miscellaneous office duties
• Manage and be accountable for your company purchasing card
• Out of office hours support as and when required

We’re looking for someone who brings the right mindset as well as the right skills. Someone who:

• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• A positive can-do – whatever-it-takes attitude
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Commercial awareness
• Ability to research, digest, analyse and present material clearly and concisely
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure
• Driving licence
• Reliability/flexibility and adaptability
• Discretion and an understanding of confidential issues
• Good personal organisation skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point

Aside from a competitive benefits package, at Roland you will find a friendly, down‑to‑earth atmosphere. You'll work for a company with global activities, but it doesn't feel corporate. You'll be part of a dynamic team, where we believe in support, acceptance, and hard work and try to provide room for personal development for everyone. If you also have a passion for Roland, our products or music in general, that's a huge bonus.