Executive Assistant

Harvey Beric Associates; Burton upon Trent; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A professional services company is seeking a highly organised and professional Executive Assistant for a part-time hybrid role. You will provide first-class support to senior leadership, managing calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements. Ideal candidates have proven experience supporting senior executives, exceptional organisational and communication skills, and advanced Microsoft Office proficiency. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to work closely with decision-makers in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or PA supporting senior executives/directors.
• Excellent organisation, communication, and time management skills.
• High levels of professionalism, discretion, and emotional intelligence.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
• Ability to prioritise, stay calm under pressure, and adapt to changing needs.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage busy calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Oversee inboxes and correspondence; act as a key contact for stakeholders.
• Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and follow up on actions.
• Draft, proofread and format reports, presentations, and communications.
• Organise events and senior leadership meetings.
• Provide occasional personal assistance and ad hoc support.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Time Management

Discretion

Emotional Intelligence

Education

PA/EA qualification (ILM or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)

Asana

Trello

Smartsheet

Job description

Executive Assistant (Part Time - 22.5 hours/week) Hybrid

We are looking for a highly organised and professional Executive Assistant to provide first-class support to our client's senior leadership team. This hybrid role offers flexibility, variety and the chance to work closely with key decision-makers in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What You will Do

• Manage busy calendars, meetings and travel arrangements.
• Oversee inboxes and correspondence; act as a key contact for internal/external stakeholders.
• Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes and follow up on actions.
• Draft, proofread and format reports, presentations and communications.
• Organise events and senior leadership meetings.
• Provide occasional personal assistance and ad hoc support.

What You will Bring

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or PA supporting senior executives/directors.
• Excellent organisation, communication, and time management skills.
• High levels of professionalism, discretion and emotional intelligence.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
• Ability to prioritise, stay calm under pressure, and adapt to changing needs.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Desirable: PA/EA qualification (ILM or equivalent), experience in a fast-paced sales environment, shorthand or touch typing, and familiarity with digital tools such as Asana, Trello, or Smartsheet.