Our client is seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support their CEO and senior leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced EA to take ownership of the smooth day-to-day running of the CEO’s office, providing first-class strategic and administrative support in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Executive Assistant to CEO
Location: Warrington (full-time office-based)
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum DOE 

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring business priorities are met by managing complex schedules, coordinating key projects, and delivering strategic initiatives. This role requires a mature and proactive approach, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple workstreams with professionalism and discretion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the CEO to ensure a thorough understanding of their workload and strategic business objectives.
• Manage the CEO’s complex diary, triaging and prioritising tasks to align with business goals.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to drive business success.
• Take ownership of projects across Risk, Governance, Compliance, and Policy, working autonomously and with confidence.
• Prepare board packs, agendas, and presentations, ensuring action points are monitored and completed in a timely manner.
• Oversee company Health & Safety compliance, including risk assessments, training, and reporting.
• Support recruitment, retention, and staff development initiatives in line with company strategy.

About You:

• Proven experience as an EA, with at least 2 years supporting C-suite or senior leadership, ideally within a technology environment.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• Exceptional organisational skills and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Strong analytical thinking and the ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Comfortable both executing tasks and taking strategic ownership of responsibilities.

What’s on Offer:

• A unique and empowering environment where your contributions are valued.
• Direct support from a leadership team that values professional growth and well-being.
• A collaborative, commercially-savvy culture that encourages continuous improvement.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including private healthcare and dental cover.

If you are a strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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