Executive Assistant To CEO

Simpson Judge Ltd; Stretford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion company in Stretford is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support the CEO. This role involves complex diary management, global travel coordination, and stakeholder relationship management. The ideal candidate will have C-suite experience, be comfortable in a fast-paced environment, and possess a keen interest in fashion. Benefits include a bi-annual bonus, generous leave, and staff discounts.

Benefits

Bi-annual bonus scheme

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Extra day off for your birthday

40% staff discount

Healthcare Cashplan

Free onsite gym

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting at C-suite level, ideally CEO.
• Clear communication style and excellent attention to detail.
• Interest in fashion and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO's complex calendar and prepare meeting agendas.
• Coordinate international travel and manage logistics for meetings.
• Represent the CEO in communications and ensure timely follow-through.
• Drive CEO-led initiatives and support during industry events.
• Track expenses and manage finance administration for the Executive Office.

Skills

Strategic Diary Management

Global Travel Coordination

Stakeholder Management

Confidentiality

Excellent Communication

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

We are currently seeking a pro‑active, experienced EA to support the CEO of an exciting business portfolio which includes a fantastic UK fashion brand. This role will provide support to the CEO on a 1:1 basis, supporting with key EA duties including:

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, tracking 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

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

• 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