Executive Assistant to Group CEO (Manchester)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Group CEO of a leading multi‑channel retail business in Manchester. Working within the Executive Office, you will partner closely with the CEO and the CEO’s Personal Assistant to manage priorities, coordinate leadership activities, and drive strategic initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, engagements, and internal interactions to keep focus on critical business objectives.
• Prepare high‑quality briefing documents, presentations, reports, and meeting materials for leadership discussions.
• Monitor progress on business‑critical projects, ensuring accountability and timely follow‑up across senior leadership teams.
• Organise Executive Leadership Team meetings, including agenda setting and action tracking.
• Act as a central coordination point between departments for matters requiring CEO visibility or approval.
• Support cross‑functional project delivery on behalf of the CEO.
• Produce concise executive summaries and briefings on business developments.
• Assist with internal communications, leadership updates, and messaging from the CEO.

Required profile

• Significant experience as an Executive Assistant, Executive Business Partner, or Chief of Staff.
• Proven track record supporting C‑suite executives in a fast‑paced commercial environment.
• Outstanding organisational, communication, and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Proactive, solutions‑focused approach with confidence to work independently.

Required skills

What we offer

• Negotiable salary based on experience.
• Competitive, comprehensive benefits package.