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Executive Assistant

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT to C-SUITE Salary: £40-£45K DOE Location: South Manchester - 4 days in office, 1 day remote Hours: Mon-Fri (9am-5pm) Contract: Perm

Keywords: Executive Assistance, Board Pack Support, Project Management Office (PMO) Responsibilities

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly organised and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to join a dynamic team. The role offers a competitive salary of £40-£45K depending on experience, based in the vibrant city in South Manchester. This position is integral to the smooth operation of the organisation, providing comprehensive secretarial, administrative, and organisational support services to the Executive Committee. In addition to traditional EA duties, this role also includes Project Management Office responsibilities such as tracking and managing projects, ensuring actions are followed up and completed. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to utilise their advanced IT skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll do:

As an Executive Assistant, you will be at the heart of operations, providing comprehensive support services to the Executive Committee. Your day-to-day tasks will include organising diaries, planning meetings, handling confidential information with care, and processing expenses. You will also play a crucial role in Board meetings by assisting with preparation of materials and taking detailed minutes. Beyond traditional EA duties, you will also have PMO responsibilities where you will track and manage projects, develop project plans, and monitor their progress. This role requires exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

* Provide full support service to the Executive Committee including diary management, travel arrangements, and maintaining filing systems

* Facilitate meetings as required, organising agendas and necessary paperwork

* Handle confidential information with discretion

* Process corporate and personal expenses on behalf of the Executive Committee

* Assist with preparation of Board meeting materials, including compiling reports and presentations

* Track and manage ongoing projects ensuring they are completed on time and within budget

* Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and status reports

* Monitor project progress, identify risks, and develop mitigation plans

What you bring:

* A wealth of organisational skills along with advanced IT proficiency particularly in MS Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint.

* Extensive experience creating board packs either manually or digitally for non exec member's.

* Experience with c-suite

What sets this company apart:

This is a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and constantly seeks to exceed expectations. They set high performance and quality standards, focusing on what really matters to their stakeholders. The company fosters a culture of teamwork, creating win-win solutions that consistently outperform the market. They believe in recognising and rewarding great ideas and exemplary behaviour, making it an ideal place to grow your career.

What's next:

Ready to take the next step in your career? Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Apply today by clicking on the link. We look forward to receiving your application!

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Business Support

Focus: Personal & Executive Assistant

Industry: Admin and Secretarial

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Wilmslow

Job Reference: AWV1R5-FF64E267

Date posted: 20 August 2024

Consultant: Georgia Prescott

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