Executive Assistant

Major Recruitment North West Perms; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Blackburn is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the C-suite. This key role involves high-level support, diary management, and coordinating meetings, requiring outstanding organisational skills and discretion. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys working with senior stakeholders. Join a collaborative environment and take on a role that offers long-term career growth and genuine exposure to senior leadership.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting C-suite or board-level executives.
• Strong experience supporting board or committee meetings.
• Ability to manage pressure, juggle priorities, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-level executive support to C-suite leaders.
• Managing full diaries and prioritising appointments.
• Preparing and coordinating board and committee meetings.
• Producing high-quality briefing documents and reports.

Skills

Organisational skills

Diary management skills

Written and verbal communication

Discretion and professionalism

Attention to detail

Ability to manage pressure

Proactive mindset

Job description

Executive Assistant to C-Suite

Location : Blackburn (hybrid considered)

Type : Temporary minimum 3 months | Full Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Executive Assistant to support a senior leadership team within a large, values-led organisation.

This is a true C-suite level role, ideal for a highly organised, confident, and professional Executive Assistant who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys operating at board level. You\'ll act as a trusted partner to senior executives, providing confidential, proactive, and high-impact support while helping to keep the executive function running seamlessly.

This role would suit someone with a keen eye for detail, strong governance exposure, and the presence to work comfortably with board members and senior stakeholders.

The Role

As Executive Assistant, you will provide comprehensive support across the executive suite, ensuring leaders are able to focus on strategic priorities while you manage the detail.

• Providing high-level, confidential executive support to C-suite leaders
• Full diary management, prioritising appointments and ensuring effective use of executive time
• Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
• Preparing and coordinating board, committee, and leadership meetings including agendas, papers, briefings, and minutes
• Attending senior meetings to capture actions and ensure follow-through
• Producing high-quality briefing documents and reports to support executive decision-making
• Managing executive correspondence and communications with professionalism and discretion
• Coordinating governance processes and supporting board-level activity
• Organising travel and accommodation when required
• Supporting budget administration, expenses, and executive documentation
• Building strong relationships across the organisation and with external partners
• You\'ll also play a central role in maintaining smooth executive operations, anticipating needs, managing competing priorities, and bringing structure to complex workloads.

About You

What you\'ll bring:

• Proven experience supporting C-suite or board-level executives
• Outstanding organisational and diary management skills
• Strong experience supporting board or committee meetings
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• High levels of discretion and professionalism
• A personable, confident approach with senior stakeholders
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage pressure, juggle priorities, and meet deadlines
• A proactive mindset with strong judgement and initiative
• Experience within the public sector or education would be advantageous, particularly where governance or board support is involved, however this is by no means essential. Candidates from any sector with strong C-suite exposure are encouraged to apply.

Why Apply?

• High-impact Executive Assistant role with genuine senior exposure
• Opportunity to work closely with C-suite and board members
• Varied, interesting workload with real influence
• Professional, collaborative environment
• Long-term career opportunity for an ambitious Executive Assistant