Executive Assistant

Leeds Permanent £28,000 - £40,000 per year View Job Description
You'll be instrumental in helping the Managing Director and Head of Finance & Operations stay focused, organised, and effective, while also playing a key role in shaping the company's internal recruitment and culture.
  • Flexible Working
  • Offers exposure to develop and progress

About Our Client

We're working with a fast-growing, entrepreneurial company in the specialty chemicals sector that's looking for a highly capable Executive Assistant to join its senior leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to step into a strategic role that blends executive support with HR and recruitment coordination.

Job Description

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Providing high-level support to senior leaders: diary management, travel, meetings, and expenses
  • Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
  • Managing documentation, correspondence, and follow-ups
  • Supporting with selective personal tasks and logistics
  • Coordinating recruitment and onboarding processes
  • Overseeing HR operations: holiday tracking, employee records, policy compliance
  • Supporting office operations, employee welfare, and internal events



The Successful Applicant

What We're Looking For:

  • Exceptionally organised and proactive, with strong attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable working independently and managing remote workflows
  • Personable, enthusiastic, and professional
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and general business tech



What's on Offer

What's on Offer:

  • A dynamic, fast-paced working environment where initiative is recognised and rewarded
  • Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
  • Clear progression opportunities as the company continues to scale
  • Competitive salary: £27,000-£37,000 depending on experience
  • Performance-based bonus scheme
  • Car allowance
  • Private health insurance
  • Pension scheme
  • Hybrid working: 3-4 days per week in the Leeds office
  • A role with variety, autonomy, and real impact



Contact
Joshua Mekkaoui
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6814396
Phone number
+441132423530

Job summary

Job function
Business Support
Subsector
Executive Assistant
Sector
Business Services
Location
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Joshua Mekkaoui
Consultant phone
+441132423530
Job reference
JN-082025-6814396