Executive Assistant to DCEO This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative, diary management and project support to senior leaders within a values-led not-for-profit organisation. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Personal Assistant, PA, EA, Senior Administrator, Team Administrator, Business Support Officer SALARY: £30,000 per annum Benefits LOCATION: Crewe, Cheshire, North West England JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Executive Assistant to play a pivotal role in supporting senior leadership and helping deliver positive outcomes for the wider community. As an Executive Assistant you will provide high-level executive and project management support, managing complex diaries, coordinating meetings, preparing reports, and ensuring actions are followed through effectively. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to organisational planning and performance reporting. The Executive Assistant will also support governance processes, assist with board and committee administration, and help analyse organisational data to inform strategic decision-making. This role requires discretion, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Executive Assistant include: Executive Support: Providing high-level administrative and diary management support using sound judgement and discretion Meeting Management: Attending key meetings, tracking actions, and supporting delivery of agreed outcomes Governance Support: Coordinating board and sub-committee meetings including agendas, reports and accurate minute-taking Project Coordination: Supporting specific projects and development initiatives, liaising with internal and external stakeholders Briefing Preparation: Researching and preparing background papers and briefing materials ahead of meetings and engagements Data and Reporting Support: Assisting with organisational data consolidation, analysis and performance reporting Workflow Management: Managing approvals and ensuring documentation and processes are completed on time Compliance Support: Ensuring health, safety and compliance requirements are met within areas of responsibility CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Proven experience working as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant at a senior level Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail Experience with diary management, meeting coordination and senior stakeholder engagement Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and database systems Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with minimal supervision High level of integrity, professionalism and discretion DESIRABLE Experience of working within a charity or not-for-profit organisation Background in data management, reporting or organisational analysis Experience supporting boards, committees or senior leadership teams Familiarity with regulatory or governance environments BENEFITS Company sick pay Pension contribution Life assurance (four times annual salary) Health care cash back scheme Employee Assistance Programme The organisation is committed to the active promotion of equal opportunity, both in the provision of services and as an employer of paid and unpaid workers. The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and Enhanced DBS check. APPLY TODAY… By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14206 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Crewe, Cheshire, North West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk AWD-IN-SPJ