Executive Assistant

Office Angels; Leeds; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels is seeking an exceptionally professional Executive Assistant to support the Executive Chairman in our North Leeds base (LS17). This permanent, full-time role offers a fast-paced, high-profile environment and the chance to drive efficiency at the highest level of the organisation.

You will manage complex diaries, coordinate UK and international travel, prepare agendas and board papers, and act as a trusted partner with discretion.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting senior executives, directors or business owners in an EA capacity.
• Outstanding organisational and diary management skills.
• Experience coordinating complex travel arrangements and executive schedules.
• A confident communicator who can build credibility with stakeholders at all levels.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong written communication skills.
• High levels of professionalism, discretion and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Managing a complex and ever-changing executive diary, ensuring priorities are effectively aligned.
• Coordinating UK and international travel, including detailed itineraries, accommodation and logistics.
• Organising executive meetings, preparing agendas, presentations and board papers.
• Managing communications and acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Producing high-quality documents, reports and correspondence.
• Supporting confidential private office matters, including liaison with relevant parties.
• Working collaboratively with the existing EA to provide seamless executive support and coverage.

Skills

Diary management

Travel coordination

Stakeholder communications

Attention to detail

Discretion & integrity

MS Office

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Role: EA to the Exec Chairman

Location: North Leeds, LS17

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:45 - 17:15

Type: Permanent, Full time in the office

Salary: £38-45,000 per annum

Are you an exceptional Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, high-profile environment?

Have you previously provided business and private office support for an Executive who is an owner of/stakeholder in multiple businesses?

We are currently partnering with a successful UK manufacturing business with a growing global presence and ambitious plans for expansion to recruit a highly professional and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Executive Chairman and help drive efficiency at the highest level of the organisation.

Working alongside an established EA, you'll become a trusted partner to the Executive Chairman, providing seamless support across both business and personal affairs.

This is a rare opportunity to support a very high net worth individual. It's a varied and influential role that requires outstanding organisational skills, sound judgement, and the ability to operate with the utmost discretion.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing a complex and ever-changing executive diary, ensuring priorities are effectively aligned
• Coordinating UK and international travel, including detailed itineraries, accommodation and logistics
• Organising executive meetings, preparing agendas, presentations and board papers
• Managing communications and acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
• Producing high-quality documents, reports and correspondence
• Supporting confidential private office matters, including liaison with relevant parties
• Working collaboratively with the existing EA to provide seamless executive support and coverage

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience supporting senior executives, directors or business owners in an EA capacity
• Outstanding organisational and diary management skills
• Experience coordinating complex travel arrangements and executive schedules
• A confident communicator who can build credibility with stakeholders at all levels
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong written communication skills
• High levels of professionalism, discretion and integrity
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to anticipate needs and manage competing priorities
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally

If you're a polished, highly capable Executive Assistant looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact and become a trusted partner to a senior business leader.

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