Strategic Executive Assistant to Senior Leaders

Select Engineering Limited; Dunton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Engineering Limited is seeking an Executive Assistant to support senior leaders in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The role requires superb organisation, discretion, and strong communication as you coordinate meetings, travel, and core admin tasks across domestic and international teams.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in executive support, be proficient with MS Office and Adobe, and demonstrate professionalism and adaptability in a dynamic organisation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in executive support or similar role.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proactive and adaptable with change.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe, and virtual meeting platforms.
• Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent.
• Discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Ford Credit Europe LL4 senior leaders as part of a shared pool.
• Manage expense processing, scheduling meetings with multiple senior stakeholders, and coordinating domestic and international travel arrangements.
• Act as backup for the Executive Assistant to the CEO and EVP International during periods of absence.
• Support key corporate events, recognition programs, and business-wide initiatives as required.
• Lead, prepare and review documentation for the Executive Office Business Continuity Planning process.
• Maintain the strictest confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Undertake other administrative, operational, and project-based tasks as reasonably required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive & adaptable

Technical proficiency

Professionalism & discretion

Relationship management

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Select Engineering Limited is seeking an Executive Assistant to support senior leaders in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The role requires superb organisation, discretion, and strong communication as you coordinate meetings, travel, and core admin tasks across domestic and international teams.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in executive support, be proficient with MS Office and Adobe, and demonstrate professionalism and adaptability in a dynamic organisation.