Hays are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to provide temporary, ongoing cover within a fast‑paced professional environment. This is a hybrid role based in Manchester, supporting senior leadership with comprehensive administrative and organisational support to ensure the smooth day‑to‑day running of the business. The successful candidate will be proactive, discreet, and confident, managing priorities in a dynamic setting. Immediate starting.
This role is part-time, 22.4 hours per week and temporary.
Your new role
Key Responsibilities
Providing high-level administrative and executive support to senior leaders
Managing complex diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements
Acting as a key point of contact, handling communications with internal and external stakeholders professionally
Preparing meeting agendas, taking accurate minutes, and tracking follow-up actions
Managing correspondence, emails, and documentation with attention to detail
Assisting with the preparation of reports, presentations, and briefing materials
Supporting the coordination of internal meetings, events, and client engagements
Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion
Supporting wider administrative tasks as required to ensure business continuityWhat you'll need to succeed
You will be an experienced Executive Assistant who thrives in a busy environment and is comfortable providing support at senior level.
Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or PA, ideally supporting senior leadership
Strong diary management and organisational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Confident in managing multiple priorities and working to deadlines
A proactive, adaptable, and resilient approach
High level of discretion and professionalism
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience working in a professional services or corporate environment
Familiarity with hybrid working models
Ability to adapt quickly in a temporary/ongoing roleWhat you'll get in return
Temporary ongoing opportunity. Hybrid working pattern
22.5 hours per week
Manchester‑based role within a supportive and professional team
What you need to do now
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Salary description
£38000.00 - £45000.00 per year