Executive Assistant to Field Operations Director

Places for People; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary reviewed yearly

Pension with matched contributions up 

35 days annual leave (+ buy/sell)

Cashback for healthcare costs up to ££

2% bonus scheme

Training and development

Huge discounts and offers

Job summary

Places for People is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Field Operations Director. The role involves 2–3 days on site, delivering high-quality administrative support, diary and inbox coordination, and event management in a fast-paced environment.

You will help maintain structure, calm, and clear communication, enabling the director to focus on strategic priorities while handling sensitive information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior directors in a fast-paced, complex organisation.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to produce polished work under pressure.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proven experience coordinating multiple projects and priorities with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end support to the Field Operations Director and team.
• Coordinate a complex diary and inbox, and manage multiple priorities.
• Assist with event management and varied administrative tasks.

Skills

Executive support

Diary management

Stakeholder communication

Project prioritisation

Job description

Places for People is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Field Operations Director. The role involves 2–3 days on site, delivering high-quality administrative support, diary and inbox coordination, and event management in a fast-paced environment.

You will help maintain structure, calm, and clear communication, enabling the director to focus on strategic priorities while handling sensitive information with discretion.