Executive Assistant to CEO and CFO

Our client, an established company based in Chester, is seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support their CEO, CFO and Executive Team. This highly trusted role requires an exceptional Executive Assistant who knows what good looks like and can become a genuine right-hand person, combining executive support, private assistance and lifestyle management. The successful candidate will help ensure business priorities are met by managing complex schedules, supporting key projects and creating structure.  The role requires sound judgement, meticulous attention to detail, professionalism and the ability to manage multiple workstreams proactively.

Job title: Executive Assistant

Location: Chester

Salary: £50,000–£55,000

Contract: Permanent

Hybrid working: office-based 1–2 days a week

Responsibilities include:

·      Partner closely with the CEO, CFO and Exe Team to maintain a clear understanding of workload and the organisation’s strategic priorities.

·      Anticipate the CEO and CFO’s business and personal priorities and adjust tasks and workloads to support effective delivery.

·      Manage competing demands and a complex diary, using sound judgement to assess and prioritise urgent matters.

·      Manage travel arrangements including flights, accommodation and transfers, both in the UK and overseas.

·      Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

·      Manage key events and conferences, in the UK and globally.

·      Prepare board and meeting materials, including agendas, papers, and presentations, and maintain action logs to ensure timely completion and updates.

·      Support on strategic projects and reports.

Personal specification:

·      Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting C-suite executives or senior leaders, ideally within a manufacturing, FMCG, or similarly fast-paced operational environment.

·      Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems.

·      Strong digital capability including AI and a commitment to continuous improvement.

·      Ability to manage an independent workload accurately and use time effectively.

·      Proven discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.

·      Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive working style.

·      Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·      Experience working effectively in fast-paced environments.

·      A hands-on approach, with a willingness to take ownership rather than simply delegate.

If you are an Executive Assistant who is at the top of their game and takes genuine satisfaction from making another person’s life and business run better, this is the role for you!

Lily Shippen is a leading recruitment agency, specialising in executive support and business support recruitment. We connect top talent with exceptional opportunities across the UK and internationally. Our expertise spans Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, Office Manager, Chief of Staff, and HR recruitment, offering tailored solutions for businesses across various industries.

We recruit for permanent, temporary, and fixed-term contract roles across London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Cheshire, and beyond. Whether you’re seeking a new opportunity or looking to hire top talent, we’re here to help. If you’re an experienced Executive Assistant looking for a new challenge in a strategic, data-driven role, we would love to hear from you.