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Cornwall - Executive Assistant

FY RecruitmentBased in a stunning rural area in Cornwall between Truro

24 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Looking to relocate? Recently relocated, this could be the role for you!

Executive Assistant - Private / Business

Cornwall - Rural area so must be able to drive

5 days working in office (Mon to Fri) with occasional weekend and out of hours work

Paying up to £60k + excellent bens

We are currently recruiting for a fantastic company based in Cornwall ( Newquay / Truro area) Looking for someone who has relocated from London recently or is looking to relocate to Cornwall long term and has worked as an Executive Assistant in a family run business.

The role would suit an experienced Business and Private Executive Assistant, someone keen to join a leading independent, leisure and beverage company with a growing portfolio of award-winning products. Alongside their production business, they operate a dynamic and diverse chain of hospitality venues that celebrate community, craft, and exceptional experiences. They are a company of 250 staff with over 100,000 visitors per year and growing rapidly.

They are seeking a passionate, detailed and creative Executive Assistant to help the family operate more effectively, supporting with both private and business duties.

Key Executive Assistant duties :

You will become a key business partner for the family. Turning stones and getting immersed in the business, providing a confidential and discreet feedback mechanism.

Executive Assistant

Fully immerse self into business. Understand the people, the processes, the problems and the opportunities
Become 'right hand person’ to the executive directors - follow through actions, hold people to account, pre-empt the next move
Manage board meeting admin, prep, compliance etc

Senior Leadership Team

As a key member of the SLT, to demonstrate strong leadership, to embody their values and help positively influence and steer the overall culture of the business

You will organise and attend board meetings

Any other activity / task as and when requested by the Directors.

Personal Assistant

The family is diverse and busy, the duties will be varied from travel and accommodation to project managing building works, liaising with external contractors and ensuring all detail is properly covered.

Must be totally discreet, confidential and become a trusted, proactive partner

Family businesses often blur the lines between 'family’ and 'business’, so they need someone who can span both areas seemlessly

Key skills and work experience :

5 years min experience in executive / private personal assistant roles

Family business experience

Proven ability to maintain discretion and judgment in handling confidential or sensitive matters.

Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with a proactive mindset and attention to detail.

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Comfortable in a dynamic environment that blends professional and personal boundaries.

Can deal with stressful situations and high workload effectively

Ideal but not mandatory - Degree in Business, or a related field

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Executive Assistant • Based in a stunning rural area in Cornwall between Truro