Are you someone who thrives in a trusted support role, loves being at the heart of a business, and takes pride in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? Heygates, a well-respected family-run business with deep roots in the UK’s milling, baking, and agriculture industries, is looking for an Executive Assistant to support their Joint Managing Director. With over 1,400 employees across sites in Northamptonshire, Norfolk, Hertfordshire, and Suffolk, they’ve built a reputation not just for their products—but for their people. This is more than just a diary-management job. It’s an opportunity to become a key right-hand support to a senior leader, working in a stunning countryside HQ, where tradition meets forward-thinking. If you have experience supporting a Managing Director or business owner and enjoy the pace and variety that comes with working in industries like manufacturing, logistics, or construction, this could be the perfect fit. Executive Assistant key responsibilities: Provide high-level, confidential support to the Joint MD Organise meetings, manage calendars, travel, emails, and expenses Coordinate with various departments and stakeholders Minute-taking and follow-up actions from meetings The person: Experience supporting a Company Director or MD Previous experience as an Executive Assistant/ PA (Personal Assistant)/ Secretary Excellent organisational, communication, and time management skills Discreet, professional, and detail-oriented Proactive, adaptable, and capable of managing varied tasks Benefits: Private medical insurance Generous holiday allowance (24 days public holidays) Contributory pension Free on-site parking Work with a reputable, family-run business of over 1,400 employees This role is being exclusively managed by Warner Recruitment, with Julie or Karen as the points of contact for applicants.