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Posted 4 days ago
Executive PA & Office Manager
United Autosports
📍 Normanton
Administration and SecretarialUrgent
Job description
<p> </p><br><br>Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements.<br><p><strong>Executive PA & Office Manager</strong></p><br><p><strong>Role Title:</strong> Executive PA & Office Manager<br><strong>Reports to:</strong> CEO & Managing Director<br><strong>Location:</strong> Office-based with flexibility<br><strong>Start:</strong> ASAP</p><br><p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><br><p>This role combines senior-level executive support with ownership of office management and wider team coordination. The post-holder will sit at the operational centre of the business, ensuring the CEO and Managing Director are supported seamlessly, while the office, logistics, and team coordination run smoothly and professionally.</p><br><p>This is a high-trust, high-pace role requiring judgement, resilience, and the ability to switch rapidly between strategic diary management and hands-on operational support.</p><br><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><br><p><strong>Executive Support (CEO & Managing Director)</strong></p><br><ul><li><br><p>Full ownership of highly complex, fast-moving diaries</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Manage cross-country and multi-time-zone scheduling</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Anticipate clashes, travel pressure, and workload pinch points</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Act as gatekeeper to executive time, prioritising effectively</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Coordinate meetings, agendas, prep materials and follow-ups</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Organise UK and international travel, accommodation and itineraries</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Stakeholder Management</strong></p><br><ul><li><br><p>Act as a professional first point of contact for senior stakeholders</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Confidently manage challenging, last-minute or high-pressure requests</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Represent the executives appropriately when coordinating commitments</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Apply judgement and push back when needed</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Office Management</strong></p><br><ul><li><br><p>Own day-to-day office operations and logistics</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Coordinate office visitors, meetings, and on-site requirements</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Ensure the office environment is organised, welcoming and functional</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Liaise with suppliers, facilities, and service providers as required</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Maintain smooth running of office processes and routines</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Team Coordination & Logistics</strong></p><br><ul><li><br><p>Support coordination across the wider team</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Assist with scheduling, logistics and communication where needed</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Act as a central point of organisation between leadership and team members</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Help keep the business moving during busy periods, events or travel</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Provide ad-hoc operational support to maintain momentum</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience Required xwzovoh </strong></p><br><ul><li><br><p>Proven experience as an Executive PA and/or Office Manager</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Demonstrable experience managing complex senior diaries</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Strong organisational and logistical capability</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Confident handling senior and challenging stakeholders</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, agile environment</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Excellent communication and prioritisation skills</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>High levels of discretion and professionalism</p><br><br></li></ul><p><strong>Personal Attributes</strong></p><br><ul><li><br><p>Calm under pressure</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Highly organised and detail-driven</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Practical, proactive and solutions-focused</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Able to move between strategic and operational work seamlessly</p><br><br></li><li><br><p>Comfortable taking ownership without constant direction</p><br><br></li></ul>