Career-Ready Executive Assistant to CEO

KCGroup; Crewe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

KCGroup in Crewe is seeking an ambitious and highly organised Executive Assistant to join the Executive Operations team and support a senior executive in a global organisation.

You will manage a busy diary, coordinate UK and international travel, prepare board materials and help run meetings. The role offers mentoring and development toward senior EA responsibilities.

The role is based in Crewe with core hours Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm; occasional flexibility may be required.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years' experience in a PA, EA, Team Assistant, or business support role.
• Strong organisational and diary management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work with senior stakeholders and maintain discretion.
• Experience with travel logistics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a busy and complex diary, scheduling meetings and resolving clashes.
• Coordinate UK and international travel, accommodation, itineraries and expenses.
• Prepare and collate executive and board materials.
• Organise meetings and events, including venues and catering.
• Attend meetings, take notes, capture actions and follow up.
• Maintain records, contacts, and filing; handle confidential information.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues and external contacts.
• Support wider EA teams with cover and project work.

Skills

Diary management

Outlook

Microsoft 365

Travel planning

Stakeholder liaison

Discretion

Time management

Education

Degree‑level education

Professional qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft 365

Job description

KCGroup in Crewe is seeking an ambitious and highly organised Executive Assistant to join the Executive Operations team and support a senior executive in a global organisation.

You will manage a busy diary, coordinate UK and international travel, prepare board materials and help run meetings. The role offers mentoring and development toward senior EA responsibilities.

The role is based in Crewe with core hours Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm; occasional flexibility may be required.