An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly organised Executive and Business Support Co-ordinator to support the Chairman, reporting directly to the Group Finance Director. Based in Cheadle, this is a highly collaborative and fast-paced role, supporting the delivery of a wide range of projects across the Chairman’s professional interests. You will play a key role in coordinating activity across multiple stakeholders and ensuring priorities are delivered effectively.
This is a varied and engaging position offering exposure to senior stakeholders and high-profile external contacts. It is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
Executive and Business Support Co-ordinator
Salary: £35,000-£38,000
Location: Cheadle, Greater Manchester
Contract: Perm- 5 days in the office
The Team:
You will be part of a small, close-knit team led by the Chairman, acting as a central point of coordination across a wide network of stakeholders. The role involves working closely with senior executives and external partners, including individuals within the sports sector and their support teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Track priorities, monitor deadlines, and ensure projects progress efficiently
- Coordinate actions across multiple stakeholders and follow up on deliverables
- Support the smooth running of day-to-day executive operations
- Manage complex schedules and coordinate meetings across multiple parties
- Prepare agendas, board packs, presentations, and supporting documentation
- Capture actions and ensure follow-up activities are completed
- Provide administrative support across a range of strategic and operational initiatives
- Conduct research and prepare reports, briefing papers, and presentations
- Assist with the coordination and delivery of key projects
- Raise purchase orders and process invoices where required
- Monitor expenditure and maintain accurate financial records
- Liaise with suppliers and internal finance teams
- Maintain organised and accessible filing systems, databases, and SharePoint records
- Ensure documentation and information are accurate, secure, and up to date
- Support the planning and delivery of meetings, events, and stakeholder engagement activities
- Coordinate logistics, communications, and scheduling requirements
About You:
We are looking for a proactive, detail-focused individual who enjoys working at pace and managing a varied workload.
You will bring:
- Proven experience supporting senior executives, leadership teams, or business functions in a similar role
- Strong Microsoft 365 skills, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint
- Excellent organisational, prioritisation, and time management skills
- Confidence communicating with senior stakeholders and external partners
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to work independently
- High levels of discretion, professionalism and confidentiality
Personal Qualities
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
- Adaptable and comfortable managing changing priorities
- Resilient and capable of handling multiple competing deadlines
- A “completer-finisher” who takes ownership and follows tasks through to completion
- Collaborative, hands-on, and team-oriented in approach
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 Support Coordinator looking for a new challenge in a strategic, data-driven role, we would love to hear from you.
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