Executive Assistant to CEO

Simpson Judge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion company in Manchester is seeking a highly skilled 1:1 Executive Assistant to support their Group CEO. You will manage a complex calendar, coordinate international travel, and serve as a trusted proxy in communications. The ideal candidate will have significant experience supporting C-suite executives and be comfortable navigating sensitive situations with discretion. This is a full-time, onsite role offering a competitive salary and numerous perks including a bonus scheme, staff discount, and 25 days of leave.

Benefits

Bi-annual bonus scheme

25 days of annual leave

Flexible working hours

40% staff discount

Healthcare Cashplan

Free onsite gym

Qualifications

• Significant recent experience of supporting at C-suite level, ideally CEO.
• Interest in the fashion industry.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced role.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendar and prepare agendas for the CEO.
• Coordinate international travel and manage logistics.
• Serve as a trusted proxy in communications and meetings.
• Draft and review sensitive documents.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Job description

1:1 EA to Group CEO

Full time, permanent opportunity

100% onsite in Trafford Park, Manchester

Salary: up to £50,000 p.a.

Fashion Industry

Strategic Diary & Inbox Management

• Manage a complex and dynamic calendar spanning multiple businesses, time zones, and international locations
• Prepare the CEO with agendas, briefings, and context for all meetings and engagements

Global Travel & Logistics

• Coordinate international travel across multiple regions and business lines, including flights, visas, accommodations, and high-level itineraries
• Manage logistics for offsite meetings, board sessions, and investor engagements

Executive & Personal Support

• Serve as a trusted proxy for the CEO in internal and external communications, attend meetings as needed, track key actions, and ensure timely follow‑through
• Draft, review, and manage sensitive documents, reports, and board‑level presentations

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Help build and maintain trusted relationships across business and industry
• Represent the Executive Office with professionalism, warmth, and discretion

Project Oversight

• Drive select cross‑functional or CEO‑led initiatives from concept through execution
• Support the CEO's involvement in industry events and group‑wide brand moments

Operational Excellence

• Track and reconcile expenses; manage light finance administration for the Executive Office
• Oversee VIP logistics, corporate gifting, and group‑wide executive protocols

Confidentiality & Discretion

• Navigate high‑pressure and sensitive environments with absolute professionalism and confidentiality
• Exercise sound judgement and emotional intelligence in all aspects of the role

Qualifications & Requirements

In order to be considered, you need to have significant recent experience of supporting at C‑suite, ideally CEO level. You will ideally have an interest in fashion, and will be comfortable working in a fast paced and multifaceted role, supporting a highly entrepreneurial principal. You need to have a clear communication style, and excellent attention to detail. You will be happy to work fully onsite at their Trafford Park head office.

Benefits & Perks

• Bi‑annual bonus scheme
• 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays) and an extra day off for your birthday
• Flexible working hours around core hours of 10‑4
• 40% staff discount
• Healthcare Cashplan
• Free onsite gym