Executive Assistant - 12-Month Maternity Cover
Location: Plymouth (with occasional international travel)
Start Date: October 2025
Contract: Fixed Term (12 Months)
Flexible Working Hours | Excellent Salary Offered
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I'm pleased to be recruiting exclusively on behalf of my client for a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive on a 12-month maternity cover contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking business based in Plymouth. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of operations, both in the UK and overseas, offering real variety and responsibility in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high-level executive support to the Chief Executive, including diary and inbox management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements and bookings, and document preparation
* Manage general administrative tasks including reporting, financial tracking, data handling, and expense management
* Liaise with internal teams and external partners to ensure efficient business operations
* Oversee the management of a portfolio of UK rental properties, including tenant communication and contractor coordination
* Manage direct bookings, finances, and staff communication for a luxury property in the West Indies
* Travel internationally (up to twice a year) to Barbados to oversee property operations
Working Hours:
This role can be offered full-time, or can be slightly flexible
8:30am 5:30pm
The Ideal Candidate
* A confident and ambitious self-starter with a proactive, can-do attitude
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using technology
* Able to work independently and prioritise effectively
* Flexible, adaptable, and responsive to changing demands
* A good sense of humour and a collaborative mindset
* Previous experience in a senior administrative or EA role is essential
* A full, clean driving licence is required
* Previous EA/PA experience is highly advantageous
* Must be flexible with location as the office may relocate in the new year
Benefits
* Health insurance
* 4x salary death in service cover
* Critical illness cover
* Free parking
You'll be joining a close-knit, supportive team where you'll be truly valued and trusted to take ownership of your role. This is a rare opportunity to step into a diverse position with real scope and become part of a business that treats its people like family.
Please APPLY today or contact Chelsea Goodman in the Pertemps Plymouth branch for more information
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