Dynamic Interim Executive Assistant to Managing Director

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page (UK) is seeking an Interim Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Managing Director in a central Manchester location. This temporary position offers exposure to election-related activities and close collaboration with a Senior Executive Assistant.

You will manage complex diaries, emails and meeting arrangements, prepare papers, and coordinate planning activities while building strong relationships with stakeholders and supporting the leadership team.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Experience supporting senior leadership in a professional environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A professional and discreet approach to handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Executive Assistant support to the Managing Director.
• Work closely with a Senior Executive Assistant.
• Manage complex diaries, emails, and meeting arrangements.
• Support planning activities, including anticipating challenges.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Ensure smooth coordination of key priorities during a high-profile and time-sensitive period, including support around election-related activities.
• Prepare documents, reports, presentations, and meeting papers.
• Support the leadership team with administrative and organisational requirements.
• Manage junior team members.

Skills

Organisational skills

Senior leadership support

Communication skills

MS Office Suite

Attention to detail

Discretion

Job description

Michael Page (UK) is seeking an Interim Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Managing Director in a central Manchester location. This temporary position offers exposure to election-related activities and close collaboration with a Senior Executive Assistant.

You will manage complex diaries, emails and meeting arrangements, prepare papers, and coordinate planning activities while building strong relationships with stakeholders and supporting the leadership team.