Executive Assistant

Aston Carter; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK education group is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to senior leadership. Located in West Bromwich, the role involves strong diary management, meeting coordination, and the ability to handle confidential information. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and experience in providing executive-level support. This position is permanent with a salary of up to £39,319.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant supporting senior stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level support to senior leaders, including diary and inbox management.
• Schedule and coordinate internal and external meetings, including board and panel meetings.
• Prepare agendas, take minutes, and distribute post-meeting documentation.
• Create and format PowerPoint presentations and reports using internal data.
• Liaise with stakeholders across departments and external partners.
• Manage travel arrangements and logistics as required.
• Support with administrative tasks and ad hoc project work.

Skills

Diary Management

Communication Skills

Meeting Coordination

Confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Executive Assistant. Location: Onsite, West Bromwich. Salary: up to 39,319. Contract Type: Permanent. Our client, a leading UK education group, are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to senior leadership. This role requires strong diary management, meeting coordination, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level support to senior leaders, including diary and inbox management.
• Schedule and coordinate internal and external meetings, including board and panel meetings.
• Prepare agendas, take minutes, and distribute post-meeting documentation.
• Create and format PowerPoint presentations and reports using internal data.
• Liaise with stakeholders across departments and external partners.
• Manage travel arrangements and logistics as required.
• Support with administrative tasks and ad hoc project work.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant supporting senior stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.

Job details

Job Title: Executive Assistant

Location: West Bromwich, UK

Job Type: Permanent