Executive Assistant to CEO – Forward-Thinking Start-Up – Sheffield (Office-Based)

Our client, an ambitious and innovative start-up organisation, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Executive Assistant to provide 1:1 support to their CEO. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with proven CEO-level experience who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to contribute at a strategic level.

The role is full-time and office-based in Sheffield, offering the chance to be a valued and integral part of a growing business. Candidates with start-up experience are especially encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a busy inbox, handling correspondence from internal and external stakeholders, flagging priorities, and drafting responses with meticulous attention to detail.
• Coordinate a complex diary, organising virtual and in-person meetings, ensuring the CEO is fully prepared, and adjusting schedules as priorities shift.
• Attend meetings, take minutes, and follow up on required actions. Represent the CEO in meetings when appropriate.
• Assist with strategic projects, providing agile support to align with business priorities.
• Build and manage thoughtful relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Grasp priorities and manage deadlines for the CEO, troubleshooting issues with a calm, solutions-focused approach.
• Handle document administration, reviewing and providing comments as necessary.
• Arrange and book travel as required for the CEO.
• Deal with highly sensitive and confidential information with utmost discretion.
• Support occasional personal tasks as requested by the CEO.

Person Specification

• Proven experience of supporting C-suite stakeholders, with 5+ years in a similar role preferred.
• Flexible and proactive, able to prioritise and switch between tasks seamlessly.
• Skilled in building relationships across all levels of an organisation and with external stakeholders.
• Diplomatic, sensitive, and highly confidential in approach.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly PowerPoint and Excel) and Google Workspace.
• Open to using and learning new software and tools as needed.
• Experience in a start-up environment is highly desirable.

Details and Benefits

• Salary: Competitive, up to £60,000 per annum (DOE).
• Benefits:
  • 23 days holiday per annum (plus bank holidays) and a birthday day off.
  • Wellbeing days.
  • Cycle-to-work scheme.
  • Amazon Audible subscription.
  • Free onsite parking.
  • Opportunity to help shape the future of a growing, innovative business.
    

Lily Shippen is a leading business and executive support recruitment agency in the UK. We recruit for a wide range of roles, including Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, Office Managers, Chief of Staff positions, and HR roles, connecting businesses with exceptional talent.

Our expertise includes recruiting EAs for start-ups and supporting senior leaders in strategic roles. We specialise in placing high-calibre professionals in Sheffield, as well as London, Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, Cheshire, and Salford, alongside international and remote opportunities. Whether you're hiring for temporary, permanent, or fixed-term contracts, we match businesses with outstanding candidates who drive growth and success. Let us help you find the perfect fit for your organisation.