Posted on August 16, 2024
Executive Assistant to CEO Stockport £35000 - £45000 per year Permanent
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Lily Shippen

Managing Director

Executive Assistant to CEO 

We are recruiting an Executive Assistant on behalf of a leading trading business based in South Manchester, Cheshire. This is an exceptional opportunity for a highly organised and proactive individual to support the CEO, driving forward key initiatives and ensuring the smooth running of daily operations.

About the Role:

As the Executive Assistant to the CEO, you will play a critical role in understanding their needs, anticipating goals, and managing complex projects. Your project management skills will be essential as you tackle diverse tasks, serving as a reliable gatekeeper and positive ambassador for the business. This role offers the chance to engage with various projects.

Experience

  • Previous experience as a PA or Executive Assistant in a fast-paced environment, ideally within a trading or retail business.
  • Project Management: Proven ability to manage diverse projects effectively within this type of role.
  • Proactive Attitude: A self-starter who can anticipate the needs of others and take the initiative.
  • Resilience: Ability to thrive in a close-knit business environment, adapt easily, and maintain composure under pressure.
  • Growth Mindset: A drive for continuous improvement, always seeking practical, results-driven solutions that add value to the business.
  • Flexibility and Assertiveness: Comfortable embracing challenges, with the confidence to push back when necessary.
  • Innovation and Tech-Savviness: Ability to pivot across different approaches and priorities, leveraging technology to streamline processes.
  • A natural communicator who blends professionalism with enthusiasm and charm in every interaction.

Key Skills:

  • Strong business acumen with the ability to summarise meetings and reports concisely.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, planning, and attention-to-detail skills.
  • Proven ability to manage calendars, meeting logistics, and maintain confidentiality.
  • Proficiency in Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, OneNote, PowerPoint).
  • Experience supporting senior leadership and board-level executives.
  • Track record in managing and delivering diverse projects.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Manage diaries, appointments, and travel arrangements.
  • Oversee meeting logistics, including room bookings, equipment setup, and catering.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.
  • Maintain a strategic project tracking and filing system for real-time updates.
  • Create and deliver high-quality reports, agendas, and presentations.
  • Streamline email communications and provide proactive support in the CEO's absence.

Salary:  £35,000 - £45,000 per annum

If you are an organised, resilient, and proactive professional looking for a challenging role with the opportunity to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply for this Executive Assistant position.

Lily Shippen are experts in recruiting top business support and Human Resources talent, including PAs, EAs, Receptionists, Private PAs and Office Managers as well as Generalists, L&D, Recruitment (Experienced and Graduate) and HR Operations, on a temporary, permanent and fixed-term contract basis. We work with clients across the UK from our offices in London and Manchester, as well as servicing international and remote roles.