Executive Assistant

Your new companyHays are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to provide temporary, ongoing cover within a fast-paced professional environment. This is a hybrid role based in Manchester, supporting senior leadership with comprehensive administrative and organisational support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the business. The successful candidate will be proactive, discreet, and confident, managing priorities in a dynamic setting. Immediate starting.This role is part-time, 22.4 hours per week and temporary.Your new roleKey Responsibilities

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• Providing high-level administrative and executive support to senior leaders
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• Managing complex diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements
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• Acting as a key point of contact, handling communications with internal and external stakeholders professionally
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• Preparing meeting agendas, taking accurate minutes, and tracking follow-up actions
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• Managing correspondence, emails, and documentation with attention to detail
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• Assisting with the preparation of reports, presentations, and briefing materials
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• Supporting the coordination of internal meetings, events, and client engagements
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• Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion
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• Supporting wider administrative tasks as required to ensure business continuity
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What you'll need to succeedYou will be an experienced Executive Assistant who thrives in a busy environment and is comfortable providing support at senior level.

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• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or PA, ideally supporting senior leadership
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• Strong diary management and organisational skills
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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• Confident in managing multiple priorities and working to deadlines
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• A proactive, adaptable, and resilient approach
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• High level of discretion and professionalism
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• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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• Experience working in a professional services or corporate environment
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• Familiarity with hybrid working models
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• Ability to adapt quickly in a temporary/ongoing role
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What you'll get in returnTemporary ongoing opportunity. Hybrid working pattern22.5 hours per weekManchester-based role within a supportive and professional team

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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