Executive Assistant

Lily Shippen; Lancaster; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative British company is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support their Managing Director. The role includes managing complex diaries, preparing reports, and acting as a liaison with stakeholders. Offering a hybrid work model, you will be required to be in Lancaster one day per week, with a salary of up to £60,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven EA experience supporting C-Suite or MD level.
• Strong judgment and discretion.
• Confident with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries, meetings, travel, and inboxes.
• Prepare reports, presentations, board papers, and correspondence.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Judgment

Discretion

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client, an innovative British company at the intersection of food and technology, is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support their Managing Director. With a growing presence across the UK and Europe, they are passionate about sustainability, efficiency, and excellence, and are looking for a proactive EA to be a trusted right-hand partner.

The role includes:

• Managing complex diaries, meetings, travel, and inboxes.
• Preparing reports, presentations, board papers, and correspondence.
• Coordinating internal and external meetings: agendas, minutes, and follow-ups.
• Acting as liaison between the MD and stakeholders.
• Supporting projects, ensuring deadlines are met, and compiling briefings.
• Handling confidential information with discretion.

The essentials:

• Proven EA experience supporting C-Suite or MD level.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Confident with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel to Lancaster once a week.

Details:

Location: Hybrid (1 day per week in Lancaster, remainder remote)

Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent, full time