EA to COO

Executive Assistant to the COO
Location: Kings Lynn
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
 
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to our clients Chief Operating Officer. This is a key role within the business, ideal for an experienced EA who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and enjoys working at the heart of operations.
 
The Role of Executive Assistant 
As Executive Assistant to the COO, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations and supporting core business functions. You will act as a trusted partner to the COO, helping to manage priorities, produce high-quality reporting, and contribute to effective communication across the organisation.
 
Key Responsibilities of the Executive Assistant 

• Comprehensive diary and inbox management for the COO
• Preparing reports using Excel and project management tools
• Supporting operations and COO functions, including:
  • KPI reporting
  • Budget monitoring
  • Preparing materials for board meetings
  • Data analysis and presentation
• Acting as a customer service point of contact when required
• Supporting internal communications across teams
• Adapting support as business needs evolve

About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience as an Executive Assistant (or in a similar senior PA role)
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent attention to detail
• Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data visualisation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities
• The ability to adapt to changing priorities and the evolving needs of the business
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and handling sensitive information

What We Offer

• Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
• A permanent, full-time position based in Kings Lynn
• The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and contribute to strategic operations
• A supportive and collaborative working environment

Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd, your personal data may be added to our database as part of the application process. Our privacy policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.  Your details will be reviewed by one of our Recruitment Partners and we will contact you again within 5 working days if your application is to be progressed further.    
 
Please note that we are not able to provide support with visa sponsorships and all applicants must be based in the UK and hold the valid right to work in the UK
 
INDEEDCOMM