Executive Assistant

Travail Employment Group; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Haywards Heath seeks a motivated Team Assistant / Executive Assistant to support their management and operations. This dynamic role offers a variety of responsibilities in a friendly work environment, prioritizing organization and adaptability while providing essential administrative support.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Health Insurance after 12 months

Life Insurance after 12 months

Pension

Free parking

Progressive salary reviews

Qualifications

• Confident working across changing priorities.
• Quick to learn with a professional attitude.
• Previous experience in regulated industries like insurance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Director and senior management.
• Coordinate diaries, prepare meeting agendas, and manage shared inboxes.
• Maintain internal systems and assist with onboarding processes.

Skills

Proactive

Enthusiastic

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Team Assistant / Executive Assistant, £26,000 - £30,000 DOE, Haywards Heath, Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, Permanent, 20 days holiday + bank holidays, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Pension, Parking

The Role
We are working with a growing and friendly business that provides outsourced services to the insurance sector. Based in Haywards Heath, this organisation has a close-knit team and a professional but relaxed culture. Due to continued success, they are now seeking a motivated and adaptable Team Assistant / Executive Assistant to support their management team and office operations.

The Team Assistant / Executive Assistant will take on a varied, fast-paced role that evolves in line with business needs. Rather than working from a rigid task list, you'll support senior leaders and internal teams across a wide range of responsibilities, helping the organisation stay organised and agile. This position would suit someone who thrives on variety, is comfortable with shifting priorities, and enjoys being a go-to problem-solver.

• Providing administrative support to the Director and senior team members


• Coordinating diaries, scheduling meetings, and managing calendars


• Preparing meeting agendas and reports


• Monitoring shared inboxes, triaging enquiries, and ensuring timely responses


• Acting as a key contact for client liaison via phone and email


• Maintaining internal systems, databases, and documentation


• Supporting compliance administration and internal communications


• Formatting documents, managing files, and ensuring office organisation


• Assisting with onboarding processes and internal records


• Collaborating with internal teams to support operational needs

Requirements
This Team Assistant / Executive Assistant role does not require years of experience-more important is your mindset. We're looking for someone who is proactive, enthusiastic, and quick to learn. You'll be confident working across changing priorities, ready to pitch in wherever needed, and happy to take ownership of tasks with professionalism and care.

You should be comfortable using Microsoft Office, enjoy working with people, and be able to maintain a high standard of organisation. The ability to stay calm and flexible in a dynamic environment is essential. Previous exposure to professional settings, particularly in regulated industries such as insurance or financial services, is desirable but not essential.

This role could suit someone who has worked as an Executive Assistant, Team Coordinator, Office Manager.

Company Information
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small and stable business that genuinely values its team. With low staff turnover, a supportive leadership team, and an inviting working environment, you'll be joining a business that prioritises people, encourages input, and offers room for growth. Their modern offices are just 10 minutes from the nearest station, and yes - dogs are occasionally welcome in the office!

Package

• £26,000 - £30,000 depending on experience


• Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm


• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (increases with length of service)


• Private health insurance (after 12 months)


• Life insurance (after 12 months)


• Pension


• Free parking


• Progressive salary reviews


• Office-based

Travail Employment Group is operating as an Employment Agency. Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If you do not hear within 7 days you have unfortunately not been successful on this occasion.