Executive Assistant

Centurion Group; Welshpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the President of the Asia-Pacific region. The role involves managing the President's workload, providing administrative support, and coordinating projects. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of experience in a similar role, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Offering flexible work arrangements and a competitive remuneration package, this position emphasizes a collaborative and respectful working environment.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive remuneration package

Stable work environment

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in an executive support or secretarial role.
• Proven experience supporting a senior leader or leadership team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive and administrative support to the Regional President.
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, papers, and minutes.
• Draft presentations, reports, and internal communications.
• Coordinate projects and key business initiatives.
• Organise executive offsites, leadership meetings, and events.
• Liaise with stakeholders to gather information.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Time-management skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

Centurion – Asia Pacific Rentals and Services is a global provider of industrial rentals and services business operating across mining, infrastructure, and marine sectors. We are currently seeking a seasoned Executive Assistant to shape, define, and establish how the President (Asia-Pacific region) is supported. You will manage the President’s workload, day-to-day activities, streamline processes, and ensure smooth operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide executive and administrative support to the Regional President, including diary management, inbox coordination, travel arrangements, and meeting scheduling.
• Prepare, distribute, and follow up on meeting agendas, papers, minutes, and action items to support effective decision-making.
• Draft, format, and update presentations, reports, board papers, and internal communications.
• Coordinate and support projects and key business initiatives, tracking actions, timelines, and deliverables.
• Organise executive offsites, leadership meetings, town halls, and events, including logistics and stakeholder coordination.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to gather information, coordinate responses, and ensure timely follow-up.
• Support day-to-day administration and assist with ad hoc tasks as required to enable smooth executive operations.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience providing executive or senior administrative support, ideally supporting a senior leader or leadership team.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare presentations, reports, and professional correspondence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and confidence working with digital systems and shared platforms.
• Strong attention to detail, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• Ability to coordinate meetings, events, and travel arrangements across multiple stakeholders.
• Proactive, reliable, and able to work independently while supporting a fast‑paced executive environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organisation.

About You

• At least 5‑10 years of previous experience in a similar executive support or secretarial role.
• Previous experience in a project‑based or industrial service environment is preferred but not essential.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field is highly regarded.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly discreet and trustworthy, with the ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Exceptionally organised, with strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Calm, composed, and resilient, particularly in fast‑paced or high‑pressure environments.
• Proactive and self‑directed, with the confidence to anticipate needs and take initiative.
• Confident and professional in engaging with senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Collaborative in approach, with the ability to work effectively across teams and functions.

What We Offer

• Flexible work arrangements for the right candidate
• Competitive Remuneration package
• Stability and meaningful work within a values‑driven business
• A collaborative and respectful working environment