Executive Assistant

Illuminate Recruitment Ltd; Maldon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-paced SME is seeking an Executive Assistant to support their CEO and senior leadership. Responsibilities include managing scheduling, communications, and preparing presentations. This role provides strategic exposure within a collaborative culture that values autonomy and operational excellence. The successful candidate will have proven experience as a PA or EA and strong communication skills, with a salary starting at £45,000. Hybrid working options are available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Exposure to senior decision-making

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a PA or EA in a creative or fast-growth setting.
• Exceptional organisational skills and calm under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive support across scheduling and communications.
• Prepare board-level documents, presentations, and meeting follow-ups.
• Coordinate travel, events, and logistics.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Proactive mindset

Diplomacy

Tools

Google Workspace

Slack

Project management platforms

Job description

Executive Assistant to CEO

Location: Colchester / Chelmsford A12 Corridor (Hybrid options available)

Salary: £45,000+ per annum

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Illuminate are working with a fast-paced, ideas-led SME that’s looking for a proactive, emotionally intelligent Executive Assistant to support their CEO and senior leadership team. This is a high-trust, high-impact role at the heart of a business that thrives on bold thinking, collaboration, and operational excellence.

If you’re someone who loves variety, knows how to keep things moving behind the scenes, and brings calm to chaos—this could be your next big move.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing high-level executive support across scheduling, meetings, and communications
• Acting as a gatekeeper and liaison between internal teams and external partners
• Preparing board-level documents, presentations, and meeting follow-ups
• Coordinating travel, events, and logistics with precision
• Supporting project tracking, deadline management, and company-wide initiatives
• Handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Assisting with light-touch HR and finance admin (onboarding, expenses, etc.)
• Overseeing minor office management duties to keep day-to-day operations smooth

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a PA or EA in a creative, consultancy, or fast-growth setting
• Exceptional organisational skills and a calm approach to shifting priorities
• Strong communication skills with emotional intelligence and diplomacy
• Confidence using tools like Google Workspace, Slack, and project management platforms
• A proactive mindset—able to anticipate needs and solve problems independently
• Comfort with occasional office coordination and team logistics
• Based in the Colchester / Chelmsford corridor with flexibility for hybrid working and occasional travel

Why This Role Stands Out

• Direct exposure to senior decision-making and strategic growth
• A collaborative, creative culture that values autonomy and excellence
• The chance to shape and streamline executive operations during an exciting phase
• Competitive salary and flexible working options

If you’re a sharp, solutions-focused PA who thrives in busy commercial environments, I’d love to hear from you.