Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant – 12-Month Maternity Cover
Location: Plymouth (with occasional international travel)
Start Date: October 2025
Contract: Fixed Term (12 Months)

Flexible Working Hours | Excellent Salary Offered
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I’m pleased to be recruiting exclusively on behalf of my client for a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive on a 12-month maternity cover contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking business based in Plymouth. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of operations, both in the UK and overseas, offering real variety and responsibility in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level executive support to the Chief Executive, including diary and inbox management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements and bookings, and document preparation
• Manage general administrative tasks including reporting, financial tracking, data handling, and expense management
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners to ensure efficient business operations
• Oversee the management of a portfolio of UK rental properties, including tenant communication and contractor coordination
• Manage direct bookings, finances, and staff communication for a luxury property in the West Indies
• Travel internationally (up to twice a year) to Barbados to oversee property operations

Working Hours:
This role can be offered full-time, or on a flexible part-time basis working:
Monday–Thursday: 8:30am – 2:30pm, and Friday: 8:30am – 5:30pm

The Ideal Candidate:

• A confident and ambitious self-starter with a proactive, can-do attitude
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using technology
• Able to work independently and prioritise effectively
• Flexible, adaptable, and responsive to changing demands
• A good sense of humour and a collaborative mindset
• Previous experience in a senior administrative or EA role is essential
• A full, clean driving licence is required
• Previous EA/PA experience is highly advantageous
• Must be flexible with location as the office may relocate in the new year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• 4x salary death in service cover
• Critical illness cover
• Free parking

You’ll be joining a close-knit, supportive team where you’ll be truly valued and trusted to take ownership of your role. This is a rare opportunity to step into a diverse position with real scope and become part of a business that treats its people like family.

Please APPLY today or contact Chelsea Goodman in the Pertemps Plymouth branch for more information.