2,097 Executive Support jobs in the United Kingdom
Office Manager & Executive Support
Posted 5 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the smooth operation of the company's administrative functions, including IT support coordination and essential service providers.
- Manage executive calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements for senior leadership.
- Prepare and proofread correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external inquiries, ensuring professional and timely responses.
- Organize and facilitate virtual team meetings and company events.
- Manage office supplies, equipment, and software licenses, ensuring availability and cost-effectiveness.
- Develop and implement administrative procedures and policies to enhance efficiency.
- Maintain organized digital filing systems and ensure data confidentiality.
- Support HR-related administrative tasks, such as onboarding documentation and employee records management.
- Assist with ad-hoc projects and initiatives as required by the executive team.
- Proven experience as an Office Manager, Executive Assistant, or in a similar administrative support role.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with a strong ability to prioritize tasks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack, Microsoft Teams).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Discretion and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and a resourceful mindset.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities effectively in a remote setting.
- Experience with vendor management and basic IT troubleshooting is advantageous.
- A positive attitude and a commitment to supporting the team and leadership.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience is preferred.
Office Manager - Executive Support
Posted 8 days ago
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- Managing executive calendars and scheduling appointments.
- Coordinating travel arrangements and preparing itineraries.
- Handling incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence.
- Maintaining office supplies and managing vendor relationships.
- Organizing and preparing for meetings, including room booking and catering.
- Assisting with the preparation of reports and presentations.
- Acting as a point of contact for internal and external inquiries.
- Ensuring the office environment is well-maintained and organized.
- Implementing and improving administrative processes.
- Providing general administrative support to the team.
We are looking for a meticulous and professional individual with a strong work ethic and the ability to multitask effectively in a busy office environment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of a leading academic institution and work in a supportive team.
Office Manager - Executive Support
Posted 9 days ago
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Key Qualifications:
- Proven experience as an Office Manager, Executive Assistant, or similar administrative role.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience in calendar management and travel coordination.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.
- Experience providing executive-level support is highly advantageous.
- Good understanding of office management procedures.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
Executive Support
Posted 2 days ago
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Your new company
Working for a leading provider of further education in the West Midlands. It offers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships, and T Levels, supported by modern facilities and a diverse, inclusive student community.
Your new role
Your new role as an Executive assistant will be part of a small, dynamic team within the CEO's office, dedicated to delivering proactive and high-quality Executive Support services to the senior leadership team.
The role involves providing confidential, efficient, and professional administrative support to senior leaders. The postholder will be responsible for delivering exceptional administrative and project support, contributing to a fast-paced and varied service. Strong organisational and interpersonal skills will be essential, along with the ability to engage confidently with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
What you'll need to succeed
Ability to manage and prioritise a diverse workload, oversee key activities, and support strategic projects that advance the work of the CEO and her team. The ideal candidate will hold a minimum of Level 2 qualifications in both Maths and English, with shorthand skills considered an advantage. They should possess a relevant business administration qualification at Level 3 or above, alongside evidence of continued professional development. Additionally, suitable IT qualifications are required to demonstrate proficiency in a range of applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. The successful candidate will bring significant prior experience in a Personal Assistant role, having supported a senior executive within either the public or private sector. This background will ensure they are well-equipped to manage complex responsibilities, anticipate needs, and deliver high-level support in a fast-paced and professional environment.
What you'll get in return
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Part of an inclusive organisation
Temp to perm position
Full time hours
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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Executive Support
Posted 1 day ago
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Your new company
Working for a leading provider of further education in the West Midlands. It offers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships, and T Levels, supported by modern facilities and a diverse, inclusive student community.
Your new role
Your new role as an Executive assistant will be part of a small, dynamic team within the CEO's office, dedicated to delivering proactive and high-quality Executive Support services to the senior leadership team.
The role involves providing confidential, efficient, and professional administrative support to senior leaders. The postholder will be responsible for delivering exceptional administrative and project support, contributing to a fast-paced and varied service. Strong organisational and interpersonal skills will be essential, along with the ability to engage confidently with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
What you'll need to succeed
Ability to manage and prioritise a diverse workload, oversee key activities, and support strategic projects that advance the work of the CEO and her team. The ideal candidate will hold a minimum of Level 2 qualifications in both Maths and English, with shorthand skills considered an advantage. They should possess a relevant business administration qualification at Level 3 or above, alongside evidence of continued professional development. Additionally, suitable IT qualifications are required to demonstrate proficiency in a range of applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. The successful candidate will bring significant prior experience in a Personal Assistant role, having supported a senior executive within either the public or private sector. This background will ensure they are well-equipped to manage complex responsibilities, anticipate needs, and deliver high-level support in a fast-paced and professional environment.
What you'll get in return
20.11 ph.
Part of an inclusive organisation
Temp to perm position
Full time hours
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Executive Support Assistant
Posted 3 days ago
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At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.
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Executive Support Administrator
Posted 5 days ago
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School of Science
We are seeking a highly motivated and organised individual to join our Executive Support Team within the School of Science. This team provides essential support to the School’s Senior Leadership Team, including the Dean, Associate Deans, Directors, and Heads of Department.
As Executive Support Administrator, you will provide dedicated PA support to the Dean and general administrative assistance across key areas such as Learning and Teaching, Research and Innovation; and departments including Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematical Sciences, Mathematics Education, Physics, and Foundation Studies.
Applicants should have previous experience in a similar administrative or PA role within an office environment; and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Candidates should have strong organisational abilities with good attention to detail and be confident in supporting meetings. An ability to manage a high volume of work under their own initiative is also required, as well as a flexible and adaptable approach to changing priorities and deadlines.
The role is predominantly office based with the occasional opportunity to work from home.
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Executive Support Officer
Posted 6 days ago
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Location: The Crescent, Taunton, TA1 4DY
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 2+ Months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 14.36 per hour
Job Ref: OR11451
Responsibilities
- Manage diaries and coordinate meetings for Executive Directors and Lead Members. li>Monitor and action emails, flagging urgent items and filtering non-essential content.
- Organise travel, accommodation, and conference attendance.
- Collate information for reports and committee responses.
- Liaise with services and stakeholders to ensure timely communication and follow-up.
- Provide cover for other ESOs during leave or absence.
- Experienced in providing high-level administrative support.
- Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities calmly and professionally.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience in diary management.
- Desirable: Experience supporting senior leaders or working in a political or public sector environment.
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Executive Support Manager
Posted 6 days ago
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Yolk Recruitment Public Sector and Not-for-Profit is proud to be working with an organisation whose vision is to make Wales the place of choice for health, care and wellbeing innovation. As a catalyst for change, they support the accelerated development and adoption of innovative health and social care solutions making a positive difference to people and families across the nation.
The Opportunity
We're seeking a forward-thinking Executive Support Manager to work directly with the CEO, helping to shape performance, systems and strategy across the organisation.
This is a strategic performance management position - giving you a broader view across the whole business, ensuring data, systems and processes are integrated, and enabling smarter decision-making.
This is an opportunity to step into a pivotal role where you'll influence how the organisation performs, connects and delivers. You'll work directly with the CEO, bringing innovation and efficiency to the heart of operations, and helping ensure strategy translates into measurable impact.
What you'll be doing
- Ensuring strategic priorities are delivered and performance is monitored effectively.
- Driving smarter ways of working by advising on digital tools, to include development of Artificial Intelligence systems with the team, along with IT system integration that results in enhancements of working practices.
- Supporting colleagues as a "super user" - not an IT expert, but someone who can guide others on how to get the most from technology.
- Enhancing data assurance - ensuring CRM systems and data sources are accurate, so performance reporting is insightful, visual and impactful.
- Leading on performance monitoring and reporting, providing clarity and assurance against business objectives.
- Supporting system integration and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
- Coordinating projects, meetings and stakeholder engagement activities that strengthen relationships across the organisation and beyond.
- Preparing high-quality reports, briefings, and Board papers.
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone who combines strong operational skills with a tech-savvy mindset. You'll bring:
- A proven track record of operational or performance management support at senior level.
- The ability to see the bigger picture across the business, while managing detail with precision.
- Excellent communication skills - able to engage confidently with colleagues, stakeholders and partners.
- Strong digital awareness: confident navigating IT systems, with curiosity to explore new tools and develop yourself as a super user.
- Experience ensuring data quality and turning information into meaningful performance insights.
- An understanding of the public sector and/or health environment would be an advantage, but is not essential.
Benefits
- Be part of a small, agile and friendly team
- Inclusive and flexible working culture
- Values-based organisation
- Supportive work-life balance with a generous holiday entitlement - 30 days annual
- leave plus additional public holidays
- Pension scheme supported by an employer contribution of 9%
To Apply
Please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment to access the full Job Description and Equal Opportunities Form.
To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than two A4 pages long) simply explaining how you meet the essential criteria for this role which is detailed in the job description.
Closing date: 4pm Wednesday 10th September 2025
Interview date: In-person interview at Cardiff Bay office Tuesday, 23rd September 2025.
Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs.
Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
Executive Support Manager
Posted 6 days ago
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Job Description
Yolk Recruitment Public Sector and Not-for-Profit is proud to be working with an organisation whose vision is to make Wales the place of choice for health, care and wellbeing innovation. As a catalyst for change, they support the accelerated development and adoption of innovative health and social care solutions making a positive difference to people and families across the nation.
The Opportunity
We're seeking a forward-thinking Executive Support Manager to work directly with the CEO, helping to shape performance, systems and strategy across the organisation.
This is a strategic performance management position - giving you a broader view across the whole business, ensuring data, systems and processes are integrated, and enabling smarter decision-making.
This is an opportunity to step into a pivotal role where you'll influence how the organisation performs, connects and delivers. You'll work directly with the CEO, bringing innovation and efficiency to the heart of operations, and helping ensure strategy translates into measurable impact.
What you'll be doing
- Ensuring strategic priorities are delivered and performance is monitored effectively.
- Driving smarter ways of working by advising on digital tools, to include development of Artificial Intelligence systems with the team, along with IT system integration that results in enhancements of working practices.
- Supporting colleagues as a "super user" - not an IT expert, but someone who can guide others on how to get the most from technology.
- Enhancing data assurance - ensuring CRM systems and data sources are accurate, so performance reporting is insightful, visual and impactful.
- Leading on performance monitoring and reporting, providing clarity and assurance against business objectives.
- Supporting system integration and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
- Coordinating projects, meetings and stakeholder engagement activities that strengthen relationships across the organisation and beyond.
- Preparing high-quality reports, briefings, and Board papers.
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone who combines strong operational skills with a tech-savvy mindset. You'll bring:
- A proven track record of operational or performance management support at senior level.
- The ability to see the bigger picture across the business, while managing detail with precision.
- Excellent communication skills - able to engage confidently with colleagues, stakeholders and partners.
- Strong digital awareness: confident navigating IT systems, with curiosity to explore new tools and develop yourself as a super user.
- Experience ensuring data quality and turning information into meaningful performance insights.
- An understanding of the public sector and/or health environment would be an advantage, but is not essential.
Benefits
- Be part of a small, agile and friendly team
- Inclusive and flexible working culture
- Values-based organisation
- Supportive work-life balance with a generous holiday entitlement - 30 days annual
- leave plus additional public holidays
- Pension scheme supported by an employer contribution of 9%
To Apply
Please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment to access the full Job Description and Equal Opportunities Form.
To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than two A4 pages long) simply explaining how you meet the essential criteria for this role which is detailed in the job description.
Closing date: 4pm Wednesday 10th September 2025
Interview date: In-person interview at Cardiff Bay office Tuesday, 23rd September 2025.
Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs.
Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.