Executive Assistant

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to a dynamic Managing Director within a growing SME. This role is pivotal in strengthening the leadership team and comes with significant responsibility, autonomy, and visibility within the company.

Role Details

Position is office-based in Chesterfield, operating Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. The salary ranges from £35,000 to £45,000 per year, negotiable depending on experience. The employment includes a competitive benefits package and chances for career growth alongside the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the MD’s diary and email inbox, prioritizing meetings, arranging travel, and handling critical appointments.
• Organize meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Develop high-quality documents and presentations, including reports and proposals.
• Support select key client accounts by arranging meetings, preparing quotes, updating CRM, and managing sales pipelines.
• Serve as a professional liaison with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Handle confidential information with utmost discretion and provide administrative support across departments.
• Assist senior leadership with HR tasks including policy research and managing third-party provider relationships.
• Employ critical thinking and initiative to resolve challenges, collect pertinent data, and offer sound recommendations to decision-makers.

Candidate Requirements

• Demonstrated experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or senior administrator supporting senior leaders.
• Excellent organizational and time management capabilities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities efficiently under pressure.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Positive, adaptable attitude with honesty, loyalty, and accountability.
• Experience in SME settings and familiarity with business operations is a plus.

Additional Benefits

• Annual bonus program.
• Daily provided lunch.
• Company-provided laptop and mobile phone.
• Participation in pension scheme with automatic enrollment.
• Convenient on-site parking.
• Annual leave of 23 days plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 25 days next year.

Why Join Us?

• Work directly with an experienced Managing Director.
• Be part of an ambitious business growth journey.
• Enjoy a supportive and close-knit workplace atmosphere.