Executive Assistant / Office Manager - FTC 12 MONTHS
As a partner to businesses and governments, Crane Authentication offers expertise and cutting-edge innovations that protect and enhance products, secure identities, safeguard revenues and enforce compliance. Customers from different business sectors and levels of government trust our team of 1,250 people for their expertise in R&D, security design, engineering and data-driven insights. We are an integral part of Crane NXT, a c$2.5 billion dollar business with over 5,000 associates
As part of our growth we are looking for an EA and Office Manager, where you will be part of a global best in class Operations team .
Role Summary
This dual-role position combines Executive Assistant (EA) support to senior leadership with Office Management for two sites in Basingstoke. The role requires a highly organized, proactive individual who can manage executive priorities while ensuring smooth day-to-day office operations.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support
* Provide high-level administrative support to the President and leadership team
* Manage complex calendars, meetings, and priorities
* Coordinate domestic and international travel
* Handle confidential information with discretion
* Support administrative workflows (expenses, approvals, leave)
Meetings & Events
* Organize and manage global virtual meetings
* Plan and deliver in-person meetings and events end-to-end
* Prepare agendas, materials, and ensure professional execution
Office Management
* Oversee daily office operations across two sites
* Manage supplies, vendors, maintenance, and facilities
* Support onboarding, communications, and compliance
* Assist with budgets, expenses, and purchase orders
Business Support
* Create high-quality PowerPoint presentations
* Track actions and follow-ups from leadership meetings
Stakeholder Management
* Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
* Build strong relationships across global teams
* Represent leadership with professionalism
Key Skills & Competencies
* Exceptional organization and attention to detail
* Proactive, solutions-focused approach
* Strong communication and executive presence
* High level of discretion and judgment
* Ability to perform in fast-paced environments
* Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint)
Experience & Qualifications
* Experience supporting senior executives (VP/EVP/President level)
* Strong background in calendar, travel, and meeting management
* Experience preparing executive-level presentations
* Experience in global, matrixed organizations preferred
What’s in it for me?
* Competitive Salary.
* Annual Bonus scheme.
* Private Health
* Life Insurance
* Company Pension Scheme.
We value diversity at our company. Everyone who applies with the qualifications will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, colour, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We receive a high number of applications, so apologies if we are unable to provide specific feedback. If we feel you are a fit for the role, we’ll be in contact.