Employer: Cultivate Gardens Ltd
Job Title: Executive Assistant
Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 a year
Job Type: Part-time
Company Overview
Cultivate Gardens Ltd is a small, high-end domestic landscaping and garden design company known for thoughtful design, quality workmanship, and a personal, hands-on approach.
Cultivate Gardens Ltd aims to operate responsibly across all areas of the business, and further information about this approach is available on the company website.
Cultivate Gardens Ltd is a Living Wage Foundation Accredited Employer and pays the London Living Wage or higher. The company believes in fair and equal recruitment practices and fosters a respectful working environment, including a zero tolerance approach to racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination.
Cultivate Gardens Ltd welcomes applications from minorities and individuals from groups which are traditionally under represented in the landscaping sector.
Role Summary
Cultivate Gardens Ltd is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director across core business operations, including administration, logistics, and some light marketing activity.
Please note that the salary shown in the advert is the full-time equivalent for this role, and the final salary would be pro rata based on the number of hours worked.
Key Responsibilities
Business Support
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Liaising with suppliers and maintaining strong working relationships
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Assisting with HR-related tasks, including arranging staff training and supporting general welfare
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Supporting basic bookkeeping tasks (no specialist knowledge required; core accounting and payroll are outsourced)
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Managing business workflow and helping keep projects and operations running smoothly
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General administrative tasks such as sourcing items, preparing invoices, typing up quotes and contracts, managing the project portfolio, and responding to client enquiries
Project Support
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Placing orders for plants, materials, and supplies
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Tracking deliveries and ensuring materials arrive on schedule
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Managing pre-project administration, including permits and documentation
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Keeping clients informed about project timelines, schedule changes, and expected completion dates
Marketing and Communications
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Writing blog posts and preparing content for social media
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Updating and maintaining the company website (no existing technical expertise required)
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Assisting with marketing campaigns, including commissioning printed materials and supporting online advertising
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Monitoring enquiries, updating portfolio content, and helping maintain a consistent brand presence
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Preparing materials for social media and posting (LinkedIn, Instagram)
Minimum Requirements
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Strong literacy and numeracy skills
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Solid computer skills (Microsoft Office or equivalent)
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Basic familiarity with social media platforms
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and stay well organised
Desirable Skills and Experience
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Experience working in or with small businesses
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Customer-facing experience in a high-value or service-led environment
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Experience placing orders or managing materials and stock
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Understanding or experience of the garden design or landscaping sector
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Interest in and knowledge of plants and horticulture (professional or amateur)
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Website management experience (e.g., Squarespace or similar)
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Marketing or content creation experience
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General design skills (e.g., producing flyers or simple promotional materials)
Who This Role Suits
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Someone who enjoys varied and adaptable work
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A self-starter who thrives in a small, dynamic company
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Someone organised, reliable, and confident managing a range of tasks
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Someone looking for part-time work
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Someone with an interest in gardens and garden design
Additional Job Details
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Job Type: Part-time
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Pay: £28,000.00–£32,000.00 per year
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Expected Hours: 10–24 per week
Benefits
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Flexitime
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Work from home
Work Location
Hybrid remote in Cambridge CB1 2QJ
How to Apply
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