Executive Assistant to CEO

Neptune; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company in Swindon is seeking an organized Executive Assistant to support the CEO during a maternity cover period of 12 months. The role involves managing both business and personal administrative duties, coordinating projects, and maintaining communication across departments. Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to juggle priorities in a busy environment. This is an opportunity to contribute to an inclusive workplace focused on growth and support.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Life Assurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Two paid volunteer days a year

Training Workshops

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative roles, supporting senior management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated capacity to build effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage executive's business and personal administration duties.
• Support cross-departmental projects to improve efficiency.
• Attend forums and events; generate minutes and follow-ups.
• Coordinate internal communications for the wider business.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Time management

Organizational skills

Job description

Almost 30 years ago, two friends began with a simple vision, building a business from a Wiltshire barn. That same vision still guides us today. Through dedication, care, and the strength of a talented team, Neptune has grown into a multi-faceted, vertically integrated business. Our purpose is to bring beauty and happiness to homes and gardens.

With our ongoing growth, we’re seeking a driven, energetic, and organised Executive Assistant to become a trusted support to our Chief Executive Officer during a maternity cover period (12 month duration).

Flexibility and foresight will underpin your approach and you’ll excel in this role by:

• Expertly managing business and personal administration duties including travel arrangements, diary and meeting management and preparation
• Coordinating and supporting on cross-departmental projects to improve efficiency and meet business objectives
• Attending forums and events; minute taking and undertaking follow-up including progressing agreed actions with owners
• Building strong respect driven working relationships with the CEO's direct reports and supporting the completion of team and individual tasks
• Supporting the coordination of wider company engagement sessions, including company conference and partner days
• Creating internal communications, ensuring all areas of the wider business are engaged and aware of current and future communications

You’ll be a confident problem-solver with a genuine enthusiasm for bringing clarity, order, and efficiency to the day-to-day. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office and quick to get to grips with new systems, and comfortable juggling priorities and working to busy deadlines. With clear, considered communication skills, you’ll build strong relationships and positively influence those around you.

What Benefits We Can Offer You

• Generous Holiday Allowance
• Life Assurance
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous new item and factory outlet discounts
• Discounted gym membership
• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme
• Perkbox: Wellbeing Hub and Retail Discounts Portal
• Your birthday day off
• Two paid volunteer days a year
• Day off if you become a Grandparent
• A week off to celebrate a life event
• Refer a friend scheme
• Long service holiday allowance increase
• Training Workshops

Across all locations, we stay united by our company values: Do The Right Thing, Do It Together, Aim High and Keep It Real.

We are a growing business that encourages our people to grow with us. Neptune's goal is to ensure we have a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all of our employees have equal access to opportunities and everyone's voices are heard.