Executive Assistant

Castore; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium sportswear brand in Manchester is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to its Executive Team. This role involves managing complex schedules, coordinating travel arrangements, and acting as a primary point of contact. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role and possess excellent organisational and communication skills. This position offers competitive salary and generous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Modern city centre offices

Employee assistance programme

Generous staff discount

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar senior administrative role.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing complex diaries and travel arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex and ever-changing diaries.
• Prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and itineraries.
• Screen and prioritise emails, calls, and correspondence.

Skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Job description

Castore exists for one single reason – to make athletes better. Our ethos is built upon the philosophy of BETTER NEVER STOPS, an ideal deeply infused in our DNA and something we strive to live every single day. We utilise advanced engineering and unique technical fabrics to create the highest quality sportswear in the world for athletes who demand the very best. Designed with a passion for innovation with specialist features to help to optimise athletic performance in all conditions.

The founders’ vision is to build Castore into a brand respected across the globe for a deep and unrelenting commitment to engineering the highest quality sportswear in the world, with no stone left unturned in its search for innovation and performance enhancement.

The sportswear market has been dominated by a small clique of mass-market brands and the vision is for Castore to be a premium alternative to these, the natural brand of choice for discerning athletes who demand the very best.

The Role

To provide proactive, high-level administrative and organisational support to Business Founders and other members of the Executive Team.

The Executive Assistant will ensure the smooth running of daily operations, manage complex schedules, and act as a key point of contact both internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex and ever-changing diaries, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel for Execs.
• Prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items for key meetings.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, itineraries, and accommodation.
• Screen and prioritise emails, calls, and correspondence, ensuring timely responses.
• Support the preparation of presentations, reports, and other documents.
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners on behalf of Execs.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Research on behalf of the founders and collation of key documents.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and events as required.

Skills & Experience

Essential Knowledge and Experience:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar senior administrative role.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and multitask.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience managing complex diaries and travel arrangements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Personal Qualities:

• Professional, proactive, and adaptable approach.
• High level of discretion and integrity.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Calm under pressure and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Positive outlook and willingness to go the extra mile.
• Better Never Stops attitude.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Modern city centre offices in Manchester
• An opportunity to work with global sporting partners
• Office breakout space with pool tables, dart board and TV’s
• A chance to build a career with a fast paced, high growth brand
• Employee assistance programme
• Generous staff discount