That sounds interesting.

I really should take some notes and write down any questions before calling.

I need more information about the job…

What would my responsibilities be?

Is it a full-time or a part-time position?

Can I make an appointment for an interview?

Good morning,

I’m calling about the executive management assistant position.

May I please speak with Ms. Thomson ?

Yes.

Okay, put her through please.

Jane Thomson speaking. How can I help you?

Good morning, Ms. Thomson.

I’m calling about the executive management assistant position.

Oh, yes.

I’m sorry, but I didn’t catch your name.

My name is Martinez, Maria Martinez.

Yes, Ms. Martinez.

Would you mind if I first asked you some questions?

No, not at all.

Okay, what is your educational background?

Well, I’ve received my high school diploma.

And what work experience do you have?

I’ve worked as a receptionist

at the advertising agency “BIG AD”

and for the fashion label "FV".

Right now I’m working there as an assistant.

Oh. You already have experience in the fashion business.

Yes, that’s right.

I’m also pretty good at organizing things

and I’m fluent in Spanish and Italian.

Well, that’s perfect,

because we are a very international company

with numerous customers and partners in Europe.

Could you please tell me what the job at Purple Fashion would entail?

Well, the position is for an executive management assistant,

which would involve the planning of all the executive’s affairs,

the creation of budgets and statistics,

and taking care of all the executive’s correspondence.

I see.

That sounds like an exciting challenge to me.

Could you please e-mail me your résumé and references.

Yes, of course.

I’ll also attach copies of my qualifications

and references from my previous employers.

Could you give me your email address, please?

My e-mail address is Jane dot Thomson without a "p"

at purplefashion dot com.

Could you please spell your last name for me?

Yes, of course. T-H-O-M-S-O-N.

Thank you very much.

I’ll send you my CV and the other information within the hour.

Oh, thanks. That would be great.

Thank you very much for your time. Bye.