Executive Assistant to the CEO

RAFT Solutions Ltd; Ripon; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time working hours

Medical Cash Plan

Employee rewards platform

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

RAFT Solutions Ltd, based near Ripon, North Yorkshire, seeks an organised Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Chief Executive and the wider team. You will manage the CEO's diary, coordinate meetings across organisations and prepare agendas, papers and briefing documents to ensure smooth daily operations.

You will also support governance activities, project administration and office systems, while maintaining professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Senior Administrator.
• Exceptional organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing workloads.
• Proactive problem solver with clear written and verbal communication.
• Confidential information handling with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Chief Executive's diary, meetings and appointments.
• Coordinate meetings across multiple organisations and stakeholders.
• Prepare agendas, briefing papers and documents.
• Draft professional correspondence, presentations and reports.
• Monitor emails and prioritise actions; track follow-ups.

Skills

Executive assistant experience

Organised

Multitask

Communication

Discretion

Relationship-building

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This is a varied and flexible role supporting the Chief Executive, who holds leadership positions across several organisations within the agricultural and veterinary sectors

About RAFT Solutions

RAFT Solutions Ltd is an innovative agri-tech company based near Ripon, North Yorkshire. We work alongside farmers, veterinary practices, universities and industry partners to develop practical technologies that improve livestock health, welfare, productivity and sustainability.

Our team delivers a diverse portfolio of research and innovation projects alongside commercial diagnostic and data services to the livestock sector. As a growing business, we pride ourselves on being collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking, where every member of the team plays an important role in our success.

We are looking for an organised, proactive and highly professional Executive Assistant to provideexecutive support to our Chief Executive and administrative support across the wider business.

The Role

This is a varied and flexible role supporting the Chief Executive, who holds leadership positions across several organisations within the agricultural and veterinary sectors.

You’ll become a central point of coordination, ensuring priorities remain organised, communications are managed effectively, and actions are followed through. You’ll also provide administrative support to the wider management team and help keep the business running.

efficiently.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working independently, is naturally organised, and takes pride in bringing structure to a busy and fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support

• Manage the Chief Executive's diary, meetings and appointments
• Coordinate meetings across multiple organisations and stakeholders
• Prepare agendas, meeting papers and briefing documents
• Draft professional correspondence, presentations and reports
• Monitor emails where appropriate and prioritise actions
• Track actions arising from meetings and ensure follow-up
• Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics
• Act as a professional first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders

Business support

• Provide administrative support to the wider management team
• Coordinate company meetings and prepare documentation
• Support project administration and maintain accurate records
• Assist with governance activities, board papers and company documentation
• Help coordinate company events and workshops
• Maintain filing systems and document management
• Support continuous improvement of office systems and administrative processes

Office Administration

• Answer telephone enquiries and direct calls appropriately
• Manage incoming correspondence and post
• Order office supplies and support the day-to-day running of the office
• Provide general administrative support across the business as required

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Senior
  Administrator
• Is exceptionally organised with excellent attention to detail
• Can confidently manage multiple priorities and changing workloads
• Works proactively and enjoys solving problems
• Is an excellent and patient communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Can handle confidential information with absolute discretion
• Has excellent diplomatic and relationship-building skills, with a strong interest in
  developing international collaboration
• Is highly proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and
  PowerPoint)
• Enjoys working in a small business where no two days are the same
• Is confident working independently while also being part of a collaborative team

What We Offer

In addition to a supportive and collaborative team environment, we offer a range of employee

benefits, including the following upon successful completion of an introductory period:

• Flexible part-time working hours
• Medical Cash Plan
• Access to employee rewards and discounts platform
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing initiatives
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Why Join RAFT?

At RAFT Solutions, you'll become part of a close-knit team working at the national and international forefront of sustainable agricultural innovation. We value people who are proactive, dependable and take pride in their work. You'll become part of a friendly and ambitious team delivering innovative projects that make a real difference to agriculture. This is an opportunity to play a key role within a growing business, supporting senior leadership while helping ensure the smooth dayto‑day operation of the company.

Closing Date: Sat 31st October 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications.