At Adaptable Recruitment we are working with a leading global manufacturer based in the Ellesmere Port area to recruit a Senior Executive Assistant. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced EA to support senior leadership within a highly respected and innovative organisation. Salary: up to £42,000 depending on experience Location: Ellesmere Port- fully office based Hours: Full-time | With Flexible hours considered Benefits: Enhanced benefits package Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative, organisational, and strategic support to senior leadership. This role plays a key part in ensuring the Executive's time, priorities, and communications are expertly managed, enabling focus on key business objectives. Main Responsibilities to Include: Executive Support Manage complex calendars, schedules, and meeting coordination Prioritise appointments and resolve scheduling conflicts Prepare agendas, presentations, and reports for meetings Attend meetings to take minutes and follow up on action points Communication & Correspondence Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders Manage executive inboxes, screen communications, and draft responses Prepare correspondence, documentation, and reports to a high professional standard Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion Travel & Logistics Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements Create detailed itineraries and handle last-minute changes Process travel expenses and maintain accurate records 4. Administrative & Office Management Maintain effective filing systems and office processes Support planning of events, workshops, and executive meetings Organise and manage key business documents with proper version control Process invoices and expense claims 5. Project & Business Support Support project planning, tracking, and coordination Conduct research and prepare briefing materials Assist with the creation of presentations and business papers Collaborate with managers and teams to ensure deadlines are met 6. Stakeholder & Relationship Management Build strong working relationships across the organisation Communicate professionally on behalf of the Executive Liaise with clients, partners, and board-level stakeholders when required The ideal candidate: Exceptional organisational and time-management skills Ability to prioritise effectively and work under pressure High level of discretion and confidentiality Excellent attention to detail Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to work independently and anticipate needs Professional manner and strong interpersonal skills Proven experience as an Executive Assistant Experience supporting senior executives Project coordination skills Minute-taking and report-writing experience Experience in board-level administration International travel experience Experience supporting Directors, C-suite, or senior leaders GCSEs/A-Levels or equivalent (Degree desirable but not essential) Experience in a manufacturing environment is desirable but not mandatory