Executive Assistant

Jo Holdsworth Recruitment Ltd.; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support senior leadership within a dynamic organisation in Leeds. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in executive support, exceptional organisational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information discreetly. Responsibilities include complex calendar management, preparing reports, and acting as a gatekeeper for stakeholders. The position offers a competitive salary of £45k - £55k and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive and professional team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant role supporting C-suite or senior-level executives.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support to senior executives, including complex calendar management and international travel arrangements.
• Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and briefing documents.
• Act as a gatekeeper and point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Executive support

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Job description

Jo Holdsworth Recruitment are exclusively supporting our client with the recruitment for a highly experienced Executive Assistant to provide top-level support to senior leadership within a fast-paced and dynamic organisation. This role requires someone with a proven track record in high-level executive support, exceptional organisational skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion. The successful candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to anticipate the needs of busy executives to ensure seamless day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive support to senior executives, including complex calendar management, international travel arrangements, and meeting coordination
• Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, briefing documents, and professional correspondence
• Act as a gatekeeper and point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
• Attend key meetings, record accurate minutes, and track action points through to completion
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity and discretion
• Coordinate logistics and planning for off-site events, board meetings, and senior leadership sessions
• Manage inboxes, prioritise tasks, and respond on behalf of the executive where appropriate
• Lead or support strategic administrative projects as directed

Key Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant role supporting C-suite or senior-level executives
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively under pressure
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Confident, professional, and composed in dealing with high-level stakeholders
• Proven ability to work with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary of £45k - £55k depending on experience and comprehensive benefits package
• A high-performing, supportive, and professional team culture
• Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 remote)

If you are a seasoned Executive Assistant looking for your next challenge and ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic and fast-moving business, we would love to hear from you.

Due to the amount of response we receive, unfortunately we are not able to give feedback to individuals, if you have not heard back within 5 days please assume that you have not been successful for the role you have applied for. By applying to this advertisement, you are hereby giving consent for Jo Holdsworth Recruitment to hold your details for a 30 day period and contact you via any method of contact you have listed on your application. (Jo Holdsworth Recruitment - Recruitment Agency)