Executive Assistant

  • Halecroft Recruitment
  • Trafford Park, Manchester
  • Apr 21, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

Executive Assistant (with Office Management Responsibilities)
Location: Trafford Park, Manchester (4 days office / 1 day home)
Salary: £30,000 £35,000 + excellent benefits

Are you a highly organised Executive Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment? We re supporting a fantastic organisation in Trafford Park to find a proactive and professional EA to provide high-level support to senior leadership, while also ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office.

This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone who enjoys balancing executive support with office coordination and workplace experience.

The Role

Executive & Board Support (Primary Focus):

  • Provide high-level, proactive support to senior leadership
  • Manage complex diaries, scheduling and prioritisation across stakeholders
  • Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements
  • Prepare and format presentations, reports, and board materials
  • Take accurate, confidential minutes in leadership meetings
  • Track actions and ensure follow-ups are completed
  • Act as a trusted gatekeeper, handling sensitive information with discretion

Office Management & Workplace Support (Secondary Focus):

  • Oversee day-to-day office operations
  • Coordinate meeting rooms and ensure a seamless visitor experience
  • Manage office supplies, inventory, and weekly orders
  • Liaise with cleaning, maintenance, and security providers
  • Handle incoming and outgoing post
  • Support onboarding from a facilities perspective

Workplace Experience:

  • Organise catering and logistics for meetings and events
  • Support internal events, awareness days, and team initiatives

What We re Looking For

  • Proven experience providing high-level executive support
  • Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Confident communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholders
  • Experience managing office operations and suppliers
  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365 and scheduling tools
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work proactively

What s on Offer

  • 25 days holiday + additional length of service entitlement
  • Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day from home)
  • Life insurance and UK healthcare
  • Charity day
  • Quarterly social events, team initiatives, and more
  • A collaborative and supportive working environment

Additional Information

  • Contract: Permanent
  • Hours: 35.5 hours per week

If you re an experienced EA who enjoys being at the heart of a business and making a real impact, we d love to hear from you.