Strategic Executive Assistant to Group MD

Alexander Daniels Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Daniels Recruitment Group seeks an exceptionally capable Executive Assistant to work directly with the Group Managing Director from our Birmingham head office. You will manage a demanding diary, coordinate meetings and travel, and take ownership of varied assignments that arise across the business.

You will be highly intelligent, articulate and curious, capable of switching between detailed administration and broader commercial projects, while handling confidential information with

Qualifications

• Experience in Executive Assistant roles or supporting senior executives.
• Ability to manage complex calendars and travel arrangements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex and changing diary, meetings, travel and priorities.
• Act as a trusted point of contact between the Group MD, senior management, employees, clients and external partners.
• Take ownership of projects and assignments from briefing to completion.
• Research opportunities, suppliers and markets, turning information into concise recommendations.
• Prepare reports, presentations, briefing documents and management information.
• Attend meetings, capture actions and ensure commitments are followed through.
• Anticipate problems and priorities before they become urgent.
• Handle confidential and commercially sensitive information with discretion.
• Bring structure to unstructured situations and take on tasks beyond a traditional EA role.

Job description

Alexander Daniels Recruitment Group seeks an exceptionally capable Executive Assistant to work directly with the Group Managing Director from our Birmingham head office. You will manage a demanding diary, coordinate meetings and travel, and take ownership of varied assignments that arise across the business.

You will be highly intelligent, articulate and curious, capable of switching between detailed administration and broader commercial projects, while handling confidential information with