Executive Assistant

  • Industrious Recruitment
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • Jun 23, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

Location: Leicester
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time (Office Based)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Company

We are a well-established and growing food manufacturing business looking for a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support our Directors and senior management team.

The Role

This is a varied and fast-paced role, providing high-level administrative and organisational support to two senior managers while reporting directly to one of the Directors. You'll play a key role in keeping the business running smoothly by managing priorities, coordinating communications, and supporting day-to-day operations across the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide confidential executive and administrative support to senior management.
  • Manage diaries, meetings, travel arrangements and correspondence.
  • Prepare reports, presentations and meeting agendas.
  • Take minutes and follow up on actions from meetings.
  • Coordinate projects and assist with business planning.
  • Liaise with internal departments, customers, suppliers and external stakeholders.
  • Screen calls, emails and manage incoming enquiries.
  • Maintain accurate records, filing systems and company documentation.
  • Organise events, meetings and company visits.
  • Assist with ad hoc business, administrative and operational projects as required.

About You

  • Previous experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Senior Administrator.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
  • Highly professional with the ability to handle confidential information.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Proactive, adaptable and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing business where you'll work closely with senior leadership and play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the company. If you enjoy a varied role with responsibility, autonomy and the opportunity to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.