Executive Assistant

Lee A Riley Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading property and media firm in Manchester seeks an Executive Assistant to support the founder on a unique journey blending performance and growth. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, strong IT and project management skills, and a passion for performance. This hybrid role offers flexible hours and opportunities to engage in various creative projects. Competitive pay starts at £21 per hour, increasing based on performance.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible hybrid schedule

Exposure to creative ventures

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as an Executive Assistant supporting multiple ventures.
• Superior organizational and project management capabilities.
• Ability to engage with and manage different stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain operational processes and workflow systems.
• Coordinate with various agents for financial and legal oversight.
• Manage key stakeholders and schedules with professionalism.
• Support social media and content creation initiatives.

Skills

5+ years EA experience

Strong IT and project management skills

High emotional intelligence

Excellent communication skills

LinkedIn savvy

Self-motivated

Strong personal finance discipline

Passion for performance and development

Tools

AI competence

Social media experience

Video editing

Job description

🌍 Executive Assistant (EA Athlete) — Join a High-Performance Journey of Property, Film & Growth

This isn’t a corporate desk job. It’s a chance to work directly with Lee Riley — Royal Marines veteran, 8× World Record holder, and property investor — on an ambitious journey blending elite performance, property growth, and film-world ventures.

You’ll help design systems, streamline operations, and fuel the mission : to scale a growing property portfolio that funds creative and global impact goals.

We’re building something special — a small, high-trust, high-energy team that moves fast, works smart, and celebrates the wins.

This role suits an EA Athlete : focused, proactive, and passionate about performance, planning, and precision.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly capable, exclusive Executive Assistant to support a growing multi-venture business based in Nantwich / Crewe, with a 1-hour radius including Manchester.

Hybrid : 15–20 hrs / week with occasional in-person meetings (approx. 2 per month)

Your mission : Be the right-hand, operational powerhouse supporting property, brand, and creative ventures.

Key Responsibilities

• Systems & Process: Build and maintain dashboards, operational processes, and workflow systems across ventures.
• Financial & Legal Oversight: Coordinate with agents, contractors, accountants, tax advisors, and solicitors; stay ahead of 2026 legislation (HMRC quarterly reporting, Renters’ Rights Bill).
• Property Project Management: Oversee refurbishments, lettings, and portfolio growth efficiently.
• Diary & Communication: Manage key stakeholders, schedule, and communications with discretion and professionalism.
• Content & Brand Support: Help with social media, PR, speaking engagements, and film / TV projects.
• Metrics & Reporting: Track performance, analyze business metrics, and identify efficiency improvements.
• Decision-Making: Proactively make operational decisions aligned with strategic plans.
• Fundraising & Networking: Support investor outreach and strategic connections.

Candidate Profile

We’re looking for someone exceptional.

Must-haves

• 5+ years EA experience, ideally supporting multiple ventures.
• Strong IT, systems, and project management skills.
• High emotional intelligence, capable of managing contractors and other team members with confidence.
• Excellent communication, persuasion, and backbone — willing to challenge processes respectfully.
• LinkedIn savvy, social media experience, content creation, AI competence.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and a growth-oriented mindset.
• Strong personal finance discipline, organization, and attention to detail.
• Passion for performance, fitness, and personal / professional development.

Bonus skills

• Bookkeeping, invoicing.
• Video editing, copywriting.
• Motivational speaking, investor relations.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate: £21 / hr trial, rising to £24–25 / hr after 2–3 months.

Paid monthly to support financial independence and responsibility.

Flexible hybrid schedule with occasional in-person meetings.

Exposure to property, brand, motivational speaking, and film ventures.

Work directly with the founder in a dynamic, creative, results-driven environment.

Opportunities to participate in elite challenges, content creation, and international networking.

Why This Role Matters

You’ll be part of a high-performance partnership, freeing the founder to focus on strategic growth and creative pursuits.

Impact :

• Time leverage: Freeing founder time for high-value activities.
• Business momentum: Streamline operations, maintain cash flow, and improve efficiency.
• Creative success: Support speaking, media, and acting opportunities.

We celebrate all victories — large or small — and build a culture of camaraderie, growth, and elite performance.

Key Attributes We Value

• Excellence: Operate at a high standard and demand the same of yourself.
• Proactivity: Anticipate needs and act independently.
• Consistency: Reliable and committed, focused on weekly improvements.
• Curiosity & Adaptability: Learn fast, adopt tools, and improve systems.
• Integrity & Discretion: Handle sensitive information with complete trust.
• Passion: Excited by business growth, creative ventures, and performance culture.

This role is for an EA Athlete ready to be challenged, drive results, and grow alongside an ambitious founder with a unique story and global vision.

We look forward to hearing from you.