Strategic Executive Assistant & Operations Lead

Huntress; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntress is seeking an Executive Assistant & Operations Manager in Bracknell. This role combines high-level executive support with responsibility for head office operations, facilities, suppliers and compliance.

The successful candidate will own diary and travel management for the CEO/COO and lead business operations, budgeting and health & safety initiatives. Hybrid or flexible arrangements may be discussed for experienced applicants.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Executive Assistant, EA or similar role.
• Experience supporting senior executives and managing complex diaries, meetings and travel.
• Experience taking ownership of office, business or operational responsibilities.
• Strong supplier, contractor and budget management experience.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Confidential and commercially sensitive information handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive executive support to the CEO, COO and SLT, including diary management, meetings, travel and confidential admin.
• Prepare board papers, briefing packs, reports and meeting documentation, ensuring actions are followed through.
• Manage the day-to-day operation of the head office, ensuring a safe, efficient environment.
• Oversee facilities, contractors, suppliers and workplace services.
• Manage office budgets, supplier contracts and service performance.
• Maintain office policies and processes, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Lead Health & Safety activities including DSE, fire safety and risk management.
• Support employee onboarding, inductions and company events.
• Develop and supervise the Office & IT Systems Coordinator.

Skills

Diary management

Executive support

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Office operations

MS Office 365

Health & Safety awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Huntress is seeking an Executive Assistant & Operations Manager in Bracknell. This role combines high-level executive support with responsibility for head office operations, facilities, suppliers and compliance.

The successful candidate will own diary and travel management for the CEO/COO and lead business operations, budgeting and health & safety initiatives. Hybrid or flexible arrangements may be discussed for experienced applicants.