Executive Assistant

Company: Lily Shippen
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Job Description

We're recruiting on behalf of our client, an extremely successful manufacturing business, who are looking for an experienced Executive PA to support their Finance Director.

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This is a high-responsibility role for an Executive PA who is confident providing both business and personal support, managing complex priorities and working across multiple projects. You'll act as a trusted right hand to the Finance Director, supporting with diary and inbox management, travel, finances, Board and governance requirements, while ensuring they are fully prepared and supported at all times.

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Role Snapshot

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Job Title: Executive PA to Finance Director

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Location: Manchester

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Contract: Permanent

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Working Pattern: Office based, 5 days per week

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Salary: £50,000–£55,000 DOE

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Key Requirements:

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  • Proven experience as an Executive PA supporting at senior level across both business and personal matters
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  • Experience managing complex diaries, inboxes, travel and confidential correspondence
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  • Previous experience supporting Board meetings, governance requirements and senior-level projects
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  • Comfortable managing personal and business finances, including expenses, invoices and tax-related administration
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  • Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
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  • Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
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  • Exceptional attention to detail, discretion and confidentiality
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  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
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  • Confident acting as a gatekeeper and liaising with senior internal and external stakeholders
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  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and taking ownership from day one
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Consultant: camilla@lilyshippen.co.uk – Please direct all enquiries to Camilla.

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Full details and to apply via our website: Executive PA to Finance Director – Lily Shippen

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Posted: August 12th, 2026