Executive Assistant

  • Hays
  • May 19, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

Executive Assistant East Lancashire

Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Location: East Lancashire (Burnley, Blackburn, Accrington, Pendle, Ribble Valley)
Are you an experienced Executive Assistant looking for your next challenge in East Lancashire?We are actively recruiting high-calibre EAs to support senior leaders across a range of sectors including professional services, manufacturing, education, healthcare, property, and fast-growth SMEs.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy being the "right hand" to senior leadership, and pride yourself on exceptional organisation and communication skills, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Typically Be Doing

  • Providing comprehensive 1:1 support to Directors, CEOs, and senior leaders
  • Complex diary and inbox management
  • Preparing correspondence, reports, and presentations
  • Coordinating meetings, travel arrangements, and event logistics
  • Acting as a key point of contact internally & externally
  • Handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion
  • Supporting project administration and business operations
  • Problem-solving, anticipating needs, and enabling leaders to work efficiently
We Want to Hear From EAs With:
  • Proven Executive Assistant, PA, or senior administrative experience
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills
  • Strong organisational ability and a proactive, forward-thinking approach
  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and professionalism
  • Strong IT skills (Microsoft 365 / Teams / Excel / PowerPoint)
  • Ability to work in demanding, changing environments
  • Discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgement
What's on Offer
  • Opportunities across multiple industries in East Lancashire
  • Competitive salaries and supportive working environments
  • Hybrid and on-site roles depending on employer
  • Short-term contracts, long-term temp roles, and permanent positions
  • A chance to work closely with inspiring business leaders