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Executive Assistant

Catalyst
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Gateshead, Tyne and Wear NE11 0AZ, England

Salary

£35 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client, a tech scale-up with a £5m turnover, is seeking an Executive Assistant to support its Leadership Team as it aims to double in size over the next five years.
  • The role involves managing the diaries of three senior executives, scheduling meetings, and acting as a liaison with stakeholders.
  • Candidates must have proven experience as an Executive Assistant and strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • The position offers a salary of approximately £35k per annum, along with benefits such as 25 days of holiday, employee discounts, and access to a free on-site gym.
  • The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional time management, professionalism, and a proactive approach to tasks.

Executive Assistant

Our client, a successful tech scale-up, cash generative SME, with a £5m turnover and employing 70 staff, is looking to double in size in the next five years under the guidance of its experienced, highly charismatic and driven CEO, supported by a first-class senior leadership team. We are looking to recruit an Executive Assistant on their behalf to provide high-level administrative support to their Leadership Team ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of daily activities.

As Executive Assistant, you will:

  • Manage and maintain the diaries of three busy senior executives
  • Schedule meetings, appointments and travel arrangements
  • Act as liaison between the executive and internal/external stakeholders
  • Prepare, edit, and format reports, presentations & correspondence
  • Coordinate logistics for meetings and events, including agenda preparation, note-taking, and follow-up
  • Handle confidential and sensitive information
  • Monitor and manage incoming emails, calls and other communications
  • Support strategic projects and initiatives
  • Track and manage expenses, submit reimbursements, and support budget tracking
  • Assist with personal tasks and errands as needed

As Executive Assistant, you will need:

  • Proven experience as an Executive Assistant/Personal Assistant
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and calendar management tools
  • Exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities
  • The ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks with a high level of accuracy
  • A high degree of professionalism and discretion
  • The ability to anticipate needs and act proactively
  • A positive, can-do attitude with a collaborative mindset

Salary & benefits:

  • c.£35k pa
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Employee discounts
  • Free on-site gym
  • Enhanced sick pay scheme
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.