£28K/yr to £30K/yr
Leeds, England
Permanent, Variable

Executive Support Assistant

Posted by Lucy Walker Recruitment Ltd.

We are recruiting exclusively for an Executive Support Assistant to join our Horsforth based client, a global innovator and manufacturer within the Health/Retail sector with a dedication to excellence and a focus on sustainable development. Working alongside the VP of Sales, you will have a truly involved and pivotal role in the business, contributing to success and growth internationally. You will assist with various administrative tasks to ensure efficient and optimised executive support, as a PA to the VP of Sales and support to the wider Sales and Marketing teams.

Our client offers an inclusive and supportive work environment with a values-led culture. We are looking for someone with passion and drive, a self-starter looking to join a growing business that provides support to learn and develop your career.

Main Responsibilities of the Executive Support Assistant:

  • Executive Support (40%): Provide executive support to the VP of Sales, including organising meetings, preparing agendas, recording, and distributing minutes, and more.
  • Business Coordination (30%): Support data consolidation and compilation, provide updated reports including performance and task tracking, and assist the team with effective prioritisation.
  • Continuous Improvement (10%): Review current processes to identify areas for efficiency improvement.
  • Corporate Event Coordination (10%): Coordinate and plan exhibitions and corporate events, including venue selection, logistics, and on-site management.
  • Customer Interaction (10%): Act as the customer voice internally, ensuring enquiries receive accurate information, timely updates, and top-level resolution to any challenges.

About You:

Are you an executive administration expert looking for a challenge and an opportunity to advance your skills and career in a great working environment? This role is suited to someone passionate about making a difference, who is excited by the diversity of collaborating with multiple internal teams.

Skills and Experience Required as an Executive Support Assistant:

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar administrative, support, or Personal Assistant role, with a proven track record in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills, with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, and ideally a working knowledge of CRM systems.
  • Driven and motivated with a desire and passion for finding creative and long-term solutions.
  • Ability to communicate information within a commercial setting and adapt the communication style for each department.
  • Excellent project management skills and understanding of different engagement styles needed for various stakeholders.
  • Culture fit is paramount; we are looking for someone who will thrive in this dynamic environment and embody our client's values.

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and be part of an innovative and passionate team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV today for this Executive Support Assistant Role, for the chance to join a truly fantastic, growing business.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the amount of response we receive, unfortunately we are not able to give feedback to all individuals. If you have not heard back within 7 days please assume that you have not been successful for the role you have applied for.