Executive Assistant in Birmingham

Executive Assistant in Birmingham

Birmingham Full-Time 45000 - 55000 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support senior leaders and coordinate key business initiatives in a dynamic environment.
  • Company: Join Radiant, a supportive company with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Enjoy an early finish on Fridays, generous leave, and healthcare perks.
  • Other info: Great opportunities for career growth and ongoing learning await you.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your skills in a fast-paced role.
  • Qualifications: Experience in executive support and strong organisational skills are essential.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 Β£ per year.

Location

Birmingham or Market Harborough (Hybrid)

Employment Type

Full-Time - 35 hours (with an early Friday finish)

Department

Radiant Central Services

Salary

Competitive, depending on experience

Are you a highly organised and proactive professional who thrives on keeping people, projects and priorities on track? We're looking for an

Executive Support Coordinator to provide strategic, operational and administrative support to our Senior Leadership Team, helping to drive business performance and ensure the smooth running of key activities across the organisation.

This is a varied and fast-paced role where you'll work closely with senior leaders, coordinate business-wide initiatives and act as a trusted support partner across multiple areas of the business.

  • What You'll Be Doing
  • Support the delivery and tracking of strategic objectives, business priorities and leadership initiatives
  • Monitor progress against business plans, identifying risks, blockers and overdue actions
  • Coordinate annual business planning and budgeting activities
  • Maintain leadership action logs and ensure agreed actions are completed within required timescales
  • Collate and consolidate management information for leadership reporting
  • Coordinate business-wide communications relating to operational and strategic projects
  • Support stakeholder engagement and colleague adoption of business initiatives
  • Act as the first point of contact for general queries from front-line colleagues
  • Prepare documentation and coordinate colleague 1-to-1s and appraisal processes
  • Support the management and distribution of new business referrals from external lead providers
  • Organise travel, accommodation, meetings and events for colleagues and Senior Leadership Team members
  • Coordinate training events, company socials and wider business activities
  • Support expense management, purchase order processing and contract administration
  • Manage meeting minutes, actions and follow-up activities
  • Support office facilities management, including office relocations, procurement and Health & Safety coordination
  • Proactively identify opportunities to improve leadership effectiveness, operational efficiency and business processes
  • Act as a trusted and confidential support partner to the Senior Leadership Team
  • What You'll Bring
  • Previous experience in an Executive Assistant, Executive Support, Business Support or Operations Coordination role
  • Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Strong administration and project coordination experience
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment
  • High levels of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
  • Experience coordinating meetings, events, travel and business activities
  • Good IT literacy, including Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Power Point
  • Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the business

Why Join Radiant?

  • Early finish every Friday at 2:15pm
  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day off for your birthday
  • 4x salary death-in-service cover
  • Up to 5 years income protection
  • 5% employer-matched pension contributions
  • Medi Cash healthcare benefits, including 24/7 GP access, mental health support and retail discounts
  • Ongoing learning and career development through the Radiant Academy
  • A supportive and collaborative culture where people genuinely enjoy working together

Please note: All successful applicants will be required to undergo background screening, including police and bankruptcy checks.

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Executive Assistant in Birmingham employer: Radiant Financial

Radiant is an exceptional employer that prioritises work-life balance and employee wellbeing, offering flexible hybrid working arrangements and an early finish every Friday. With a generous holiday package, comprehensive health benefits, and a commitment to professional growth through the Radiant Academy, employees are supported in their career development while enjoying a collaborative and friendly team culture. This role as a Financial Planner not only allows for meaningful client interactions but also provides the opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment that values excellence and positive client outcomes.

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Contact Details:

Radiant Financial Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Executive Assistant in Birmingham

Organisational Skills
Project Coordination
Communication Skills
Stakeholder Management
Discretion and Professionalism
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving Abilities