Executive Assistant to Group CEO (Manchester)

About the role

This position supports the Group CEO of a leading multi‑channel retail business in Manchester. Working closely with the CEO and the existing Personal Assistant, you will help manage priorities, coordinate engagements and ensure smooth execution of leadership initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CEO and their Personal Assistant to manage calendars, meetings and leadership activities.
• Coordinate CEO engagements and internal interactions, focusing time on top business priorities.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations and reports for key meetings and strategic forums.
• Track progress on business initiatives, ensuring follow‑up and accountability across the leadership team.
• Organise Executive Leadership Team meetings, including agenda planning and action‑item tracking.
• Act as a central coordination point across departments for topics requiring CEO visibility.
• Support cross‑functional projects and initiatives on behalf of the CEO.
• Monitor updates across key business areas and provide concise summaries or briefings.
• Assist in drafting internal communications and leadership updates from the CEO.
• Help organise leadership meetings, strategy sessions and executive off‑sites.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Chief of Staff.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Ability to work autonomously and maintain confidentiality.

Required skills

What we offer

• Negotiable salary (candidates should state minimum requirement).
• Generous benefits package.