Executive Assistant

Office Manager – Executive Assistant Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum Working Hours: 08:00 – 16:30 Location: [Insert Location] About the Role We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Office Manager – Executive Assistant to support senior leadership while overseeing the smooth day-to-day running of the office. This is a varied and hands-on role requiring exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact within the business, ensuring both operational efficiency and high-level executive support. Key Responsibilities Executive Assistant Duties * Provide full administrative support to senior management * Manage diaries, appointments, and meeting schedules * Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence * Coordinate internal and external meetings, including minute-taking * Arrange travel, accommodation, and itineraries * Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion * Act as a key liaison between senior management and internal/external stakeholders Office Management Duties * Oversee daily office operations to ensure smooth running * Manage office supplies, equipment, and facilities * Coordinate with external service providers and contractors * Maintain office policies and procedures * Organise company events and team activities * Assist with health & safety and compliance administration Skills & Experience Required * Proven experience as an Office Manager, Executive Assistant, or similar role * Excellent organisational and time management skills * Strong written and verbal communication skills * High level of discretion and confidentiality * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) * Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment * Proactive, professional, and adaptable approach What We Offer * Basic salary of £35,000 – £45,000 per annum * Working hours: 08:00 – 16:30 * 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off * Company pension scheme * Free on-site car parking Refer a friend and earn £100! If you have a friend who is also searching for a new opportunity in the local area, recommend Optima and if we place them (providing they complete their 3-month probation period), you will receive a £100 retail voucher of your choice! Please note that if you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted. By applying for this vacancy, you accept Optima Recruitment Limited’s Privacy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you. Optima Recruitment Limited are acting as