Executive PA

Lewis Business Recovery & Insolvency; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insolvency practice in Leeds City Centre is seeking an Executive PA to support the Managing Director. The candidate must have strong problem-solving skills, excellent organization, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a competitive salary and benefits including an annual bonus, life assurance, and private medical cover.

Benefits

City centre parking

Annual performance-related bonus

Life assurance

Private medical cover

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experienced in a senior PA, Executive Assistant, or similar role.
• Highly organized, with excellent attention to detail.
• Professional and confident in client-facing interactions.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the Managing Director.
• Manage diaries, prioritize appointments, and coordinate meetings.
• Oversee the Managing Director's email inbox and correspondence.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Executive PA

Location: Leeds City Centre

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, plus benefits

About Us

Lewis Business Recovery & Insolvency is a dynamic and professional insolvency practice, supporting businesses and individuals through financial challenges with empathy, expertise, and integrity. With a growing team, we pride ourselves on providing a highly professional service in a supportive and friendly environment.

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and resourceful Executive PA to provide direct support to the Managing Director. This is a pivotal role requiring discretion, excellent communication, and strong problem-solving skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, anticipate needs, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level administrative and organisational support to the Managing Director.
• Manage diaries, prioritise appointments, and coordinate meetings and travel.
• Oversee and manage the Managing Director's email inbox - prioritising messages, drafting responses, and ensuring timely follow-up.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and professional correspondence.
• Take initiative to identify and resolve problems before they escalate.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders, always representing the firm with professionalism.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion.
• Support wider team operations and assist with ad hoc projects as required.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action points from meetings.
• Organise internal and external meetings, events, and networking opportunities.
• Assist with small projects - research, background preparation, and tracking deadlines.
• Support implementation of new systems, processes, or business initiatives.
• Manage expenses, assist with invoices, and liaise with suppliers and service providers.
• Oversee office supplies, facilities, and general operational requirements.
• Provide support with recruitment administration, onboarding of new staff, and maintaining HR/training records.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• A natural problem solver, able to use initiative and think ahead.
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail.
• Skilled at prioritising and managing competing demands.
• Professional and confident in client-facing interactions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experienced in a senior PA, Executive Assistant, or similar role - ideally in a professional services environment.
• Discreet, reliable, and comfortable working independently.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum.
• City centre parking.
• Annual performance-related bonus.
• Life assurance.
• Private medical cover.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A supportive, collaborative working environment in a respected and growing firm.