Executive Assistant

Lucy Walker Recruitment; Beverley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This role involves managing complex diary and travel arrangements, preparing documents for board meetings, and liaising with high-level stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organised, and possess exceptional communication skills. The position is based in Beverley, England, with a hybrid working model offering one day a week from home.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Experienced Senior PA or EA who has previously supported C‑Suite executives.
• Ability to second‑guess needs and take ownership.
• Trustworthiness when handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage diary, email, and travel for the CFO.
• Prepare documents and presentations for board meetings.
• Handle administrative tasks such as expenses and document control.

Skills

Strong culture fit

Proactive mindset

Exceptional communication skills

Organisational skills

Discretion

Job description

Our client is a dynamic, UK based, multi-site organisation at a pivotal stage of growth, and is seeking to recruit a highly organised, proactive, and trusted Executive Assistant to become the right hand to their Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

This is a pivotal role at the very heart of their operations. You will be based at Head Office and be the go-to person for their SLT to deliver on strategic priorities, ensuring the seamless management of their professional lives and contributing directly to the success of the business.

The Role

This is far more than a traditional diary management role. It's about anticipation, discretion, and strategic support. You will be the face of the executive office, liaising with high-level internal and external stakeholders, including corporate finance partners and investment bankers.

Responsibilities

• Complex and proactive diary, email, and travel management for the CFO.
• Acting as a true gatekeeper and a trusted liaison, representing the executives with professionalism.
• Preparing and collating documents, reports, and presentations for board meetings and investor conferences.
• Coordinating high-level meetings, roadshows, and events, including all associated logistics.
• Managing confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
• Taking the initiative to resolve issues and manage tasks independently, often anticipating needs before they arise.
• Handling administrative tasks such as expenses and document control.

The Person

• Strong culture fit and a proactive mindset are paramount.
• An experienced Senior PA or EA who has previously supported C‑Suite executives.
• Incredibly proactive and forward‑thinking, with the ability to second‑guess needs and take ownership.
• Possesses exceptional communication skills and the confidence to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrates unwavering discretion and trustworthiness when handling sensitive information.
• Highly organised, with superb attention to detail and the ability to manage a complex and varied workload.
• A self‑starter who can drive their own workload.

Environment & Culture

• You will be joining a small, supportive, and collaborative team of fellow PAs at their head office. Their leaders foster a positive and professional working environment.
• Hybrid Working: A flexible approach is offered, typically working from home one day per week (Friday), with further flexibility based on the executives' diaries.
• Strategic Impact: You will be immersed in the strategic direction of a multi‑billion‑pound business, gaining unparalleled exposure to high‑level corporate activities.
• Benefits: They offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you inside and outside of work.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced EA who thrives in a strategic, fast‑paced environment at C‑Suite level, we would love to hear from you. Apply asap and get in touch, our client is interviewing w/c 1st December 2025.