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Research Assistant / Researcher Executive Search - Global Consumer Markets HW Global is the executive search partner of choice for many of the world’s most recognised consumer brands, including global leaders across FMCG and CPG, QSR, Consumer Healthcare, Infrastructure and Retail. We partner with organisations worldwide to engage and appoint exceptional leadership talent. Our work spans executive and non executive board appointments and senior leadership hiring across the full range of business functions. With deep insight into global consumer markets, we identify leaders who inspire multi cultural and multi generational teams in a sustainable and commercially effective way. We are hiring a Research Assistant or Researcher to join our growing team. What you will be doing • Mapping global consumer markets and organisational structures, • Identifying and engaging senior leadership talent, • Speaking directly with senior level candidates to assess suitability, • Supporting or leading delivery across retained executive searches, • Managing candidate processes end to end, • Contributing insight into market trends and potential client opportunities At Assistant level, you will build core research capability and support delivery. At Researcher level, you will take ownership of search execution and candidate engagement. What we are looking for • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders, • Commercial curiosity and interest in how businesses are structured, • High levels of organisation and accountability, • A collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently Previous executive search or recruitment research experience is advantageous but not essential for Assistant level. Why join us • Clear pathway into Consultant level, • Private healthcare via Vitality, • 25 days holiday plus birthday leave, • Additional holiday with service, • Enhanced parental leave, • Christmas closure, • Researcher bonus scheme This is an opportunity to join a vibrant and ambitious business where progression is performance led and impact is visible. We believe in providing an accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Executive Assistant to Provost & Dean Location: Salford – UKMC Campus (On‑site) Contract: Full‑time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (37.5 hours per week, including a 30‑minute paid break) Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum Reports to: Provost & Dean Company Description UK Management College (UKMC) is a growing higher‑education provider offering a range of business‑focused and professional programmes. Our focus is on delivering practical, career‑driven education that prepares students for real opportunities in industry. We work with experienced academics, established professionals, and industry partners to ensure our courses remain relevant, supportive, and high‑quality. Our Salford campus is one of our key teaching locations and is home to a diverse community of staff and students. UKMC is an organisation where people work collaboratively, support one another, and take pride in providing a positive student experience. As we continue to expand our programmes and operations, we are looking for individuals who demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a genuine commitment to education. Job Description The Executive Assistant to the Provost & Dean plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Executive Office. This position requires a proactive, highly organised professional who can manage complex diaries, coordinate communications, and act as a trusted representative of the Provost and Dean. You will work closely with senior leaders, academic departments, external stakeholders, and the Executive Assistant to the CEO. This is a fast‑paced role that involves sensitive information, forward planning, and the ability to respond quickly to changing priorities. The ideal candidate is confident, discreet, detail‑focused, and committed to providing exceptional executive support within a higher‑education environment. Key Responsibilities Diary & Meeting Management • Manage and coordinate the diaries of the Provost and Dean, ensuring effective planning and preparation., • Conduct regular check‑ins to review upcoming engagements, invitations, and priorities., • Organise internal and external meetings, including room bookings, tech setup, and refreshments., • Arrange and oversee travel and accommodation for the Provost and Dean., • Coordinate travel to other UKMC campuses and off‑site activities., • Prepare briefing notes, presentation materials, and meeting packs., • Liaise with senior leadership to gather accurate and relevant information., • Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders., • Filter and respond to communications on behalf of the Provost and Dean, where appropriate., • Maintain organised and secure filing systems, handling confidential information with discretion., • Draft correspondence, reports, and documents for the Provost and Dean., • Provide wider support to the Leadership Team as required, including workload prioritisation., • Take minutes across committees, working groups, and cross‑campus meetings., • Work closely with the Executive Assistant to the CEO to ensure smooth running of executive functions., • Undertake all other duties necessary to support the efficiency of the Executive Office. Person Specification Skills & Competencies • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and digital scheduling tools., • Highly organised with strong planning skills and flexibility to handle changing priorities., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare professional documentation., • Discreet, diplomatic, and trustworthy, with a strong commitment to confidentiality., • Able to remain calm under pressure while managing multiple deadlines., • Proactive, self‑motivated, and confident in managing workload independently., • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality output. Knowledge & Experience • Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant., • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard administrative practices., • IAAP Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or similar qualification is desirable., • Experience supporting senior leaders, ideally within higher education, is highly advantageous.

Job Title: Executive Assistant / Personal Assistant Sector: Technology Contract Type: Temporary Location: Hybrid (2 days onsite + remote) Reporting to: Lead Executive Business Partner About the Role We are recruiting for a highly organised and proactive EA/PA to support senior leaders with

Our client, a leading independent, full-service tax advisory firm, is seeking an experienced tax professional to join their high-performing Equity Reward team. This strategic hire is due to continued growth and increasing demand across a broad client base, including OMB, listed groups, PE backed companies, and family-owned enterprises. The role is open to Assistant Manager, Manager, and Senior Manager (acting or ready to take the next step), where you'll play a pivotal role in helping clients attract, retain, and incentivise top talent through equity-based reward solutions, from executive-level incentives to company-wide plans. The important work you will be doing: • Advise on the design and implementation of a wide range of equity incentives, including EMI, CSOP, growth shares, freezer shares, ratchet shares, joint interests, and nil-paid arrangements., • Provide tax-technical input across the entire lifecycle of share plans, including implementation, secondary awards, restructuring, and transaction-related activity., • Lead due diligence reviews from an employment-related securities (ERS) perspective., • Work closely with clients to deliver high-quality, commercially driven advice., • Project manage complex engagements, supervise team members, and provide mentoring and on-the-job training., • Ideally a minimum of six years' experience in equity reward/share plans and incentives., • Deep knowledge of relevant tax implications, including employment taxes and capital gains tax., • Strong grasp of related disciplines including tax valuation, accounting, company law, and employment law., • Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver work to a market-leading standard. Our client is one of the UK's fastest-growing independent tax advisory firms, with a bold national growth strategy and a reputation for delivering high-quality work across all areas of tax. • No timesheets., • Work/life balance, and a hybrid working model (home and office)., • Inclusion in an All-Employee Share Reward Scheme-offering a share of firm profits above a set threshold., • A competitive salary, benchmarked regularly against the rest of the market (Big-4 included)., • A generous and flexible benefits package., • At our client, you'll work alongside some of the UK's top tax professionals in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment-without the bureaucracy of larger firms.

Legal Personal Assistant Our client is a world-class international law firm, and they are currently looking for a Legal Personal Assistant. Based in their prestigious Manchester office, youll collaborate with senior lawyers across a truly global network, operating at the highest level of professional excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead high-profile client initiatives, coordinate prestigious events, manage legal directory submissions, and nurture professional networks that strengthen the firms market presence. Craft polished client communications, support marketing campaigns, and elevate the firms profile across platforms including LinkedIn and key industry events. Attend project meetings and book travel including overseas travel and booking accommodation. Act as a trusted first point of contact, confidently handling sophisticated client queries and ensuring an exceptional service experience. Take full responsibility for billing processes, lead financial housekeeping meetings, manage expenses, and resolve complex billing queries with discretion and confidence. Accurately managing diaries and coordinating key dates. Prior experience: An experienced Executive Assistant from a legal or professional services background who thrives in a high-performance environment. Youll bring: Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills Strong financial and commercial awareness The confidence to build relationships at all levels Impeccable organisation and the ability to stay calm under pressure Katie Bard is acting as an agency and is an equal opportunities employer TPBN1_UKTJ

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A professional services firm in Manchester is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support a busy Legal team.In this role, you will provide high-level support to multiple lawyers, handling various tasks including diary management, coordinating meetings, and managing client communication

A leading global financial services firm is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant/Office Manager to support the leadership team in its Manchester office.

A public body regulating English football seeks an Executive Assistant in Manchester. You will support senior directors and manage communications with clubs while coordinating travel.

This temporary position offers flexibility and includes responsibilities like managing schedules, organising meetings, and handling correspondence.

This position offers a competitive package and is part of a hybrid working scheme, combining office and remote work options. A local government authority in Manchester is seeking an Executive Personal Assistant to support senior leaders. The ideal candidate will have significant PA/EA experience, pr

Assistant Director of Digital, Data and Technology. Reporting to the Executive Director of Strategy and Transformation, you will be the Council's senior professional for DDaT, leading a multi‑disciplinary team of around 50 colleagues across digital operations, enterprise architecture, data and ins

Executive Assistant Manchester | Permanent Hybrid - 50% An excellent opportunity has arisen to work for a Manchester City Centre for an experienced Executive Assistant to support a busy Legal team in Manchester City Centre. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Secretary/ PA to take their first step into an EA role. This role provides high-level support to multiple lawyers within a professional services environment. You will work closely with team leaders and internal support functions, managing a varied workload across client service, business development, diary management and billing. Key Responsibilities Proactive diary and inbox management Coordinating meetings, travel and events Supporting legal directory submissions and client communications Managing matter opening, compliance checks and client records Drafting correspondence and legal documents Preparing proformas and supporting billing processes Liaising with finance, counsel and internal support teams Prioritising workflow and delegating tasks where appropriate About You Experience in a professional services environment, ideally as a Secretary or PA Confident supporting multiple senior professionals Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Strong communicator with a proactive approach Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced setting Please click apply or email (url removed) Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK

Personal Assistant to UK & Europe Regional Directors (Hybrid) About the Role We’re looking for a highly capable Personal Assistant to act as a strategic partner to our UK and Europe Regional Directors. You will play a critical role in protecting leadership time, driving priorities forward, and ensuring seamless regional operations across multiple countries and time zones. This role blends top‑tier executive support, governance coordination, digital and data fluency, and proactive stakeholder engagement. It is imperative that you have at least 5 years’ experience as a PA with top‑tier executive support. You can be based either close to the Manchester office or the London office, and you will be expected to be in the office 3 days a week and two days from home. Key Responsibilities 1. Executive Support & Leadership Partnership • Manage complex, fast‑moving diaries and resolve scheduling conflicts., • Act as gatekeeper and first point of contact, ensuring leaders stay focused on priorities., • Prepare briefs, meeting packs and pre‑reads; take accurate minutes and track actions to completion., • Arrange domestic and international travel, visas, itineraries and risk assessments., • Organise leadership meals, events and monthly expenses., • Hold weekly 1:1 meetings with the Regional Directors. 2. Governance & Regional Cadence • Lead preparation of UK & Europe Board meeting agendas, minutes and action logs., • Manage Teams Planners and ensure actions progress., • Coordinate Quarterly Europe Board Meetings and documentation 3. Digital Operations & Data • Maintain and optimise digital workflows using Microsoft 365., • Oversee D365 debt reporting and weekly debt‑chase communications., • Support timesheet protocols and reporting., • Manage Clear Review cycles and LinkedIn activity for the Regional Director. 4. Regional Communications & Stakeholder Management • Coordinate regional communications across the UK & Europe., • Build strong cross‑regional relationships and handle confidential information with discretion. 5. Projects & Continuous Improvement • Support business development, operational projects and change initiatives., • Identify workflow improvements and help implement new systems, • Contribute to Succession Planning and the 2030 Strategy., • Support and promote the One RLB Vision and Culture. Success Measures (KPIs) • Effective optimisation of leadership time., • High‑quality governance and timely action completion., • Strong alignment to regional cadence., • Accurate and improved debt reporting, • Timesheet compliance., • Positive stakeholder feedback. Experience • Proven experience supporting senior leaders., • Board meeting support, agendas and minute‑taking., • Cross‑regional coordination., • Travel and event planning., • Familiarity with D365 and LinkedIn (advantageous). Skills & Competencies Judgement, discretion, anticipation, planning, strong communication, digital fluency, relationship building, calmness under pressure and confident decision‑making. Tools & Systems Microsoft 365, D365, Clear Review, LinkedIn. Working Pattern Full‑time hybrid; some early/late European‑time calls and occasional UK & Europe travel. Why Join Us? You’ll enjoy a generous package including hybrid working, enhanced family policies, competitive salary, extra holiday purchase, wellbeing support, gym membership, cycle‑to‑work schemes, private healthcare, dental and eyecare cover, professional fee support and a range of team, social and volunteering opportunities. Despite our best efforts it is not always possible to respond to every application individually due to the high volume of responses we receive on each vacancy Only candidates who are short listed will be contacted for this particular role and if you have not heard from us within 7 days please assume that you have not be successful. However, we will keep your details on our database, and will contact you when other suitable positions come in

A leading technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a detail-oriented Executive Assistant. The successful candidate will support senior executives, prioritize complex engagements, and manage stakeholder relationships effectively.

A leading consultancy firm in Greater London seeks an Executive Assistant to provide administrative support to multiple Vice Presidents.

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Executive Assistant to support senior bankers in a hybrid setup in London.

Our client, a business focused on luxury design rooted in Middle-Eastern culture, is seeking a highly experienced hybrid Senior. The client is looking to make a long-term appointment and requires exceptional discretion, autonomy, and senior-level judgment. The role combines high-level executive supp

A leading employment agency is seeking a Team Executive Assistant to join a Financial Services firm in London's West End. The role offers hybrid working, supporting a team of five senior executives.

The successful candidate will join a high‑performing and tightly knit Executive Assistant team. Have demonstrated solid experience as an assistant in a similar fast paced environment, including luxury, creative or commercial sectors. This role requires a collaborative mindset, strong communication

A leading recruitment firm seeks an Executive Personal Assistant to support a Managing Director in a dynamic construction environment.

A global technology company in Solihull is seeking a part-time Executive Assistant. This role involves managing complex schedules, coordinating events, and providing high-quality administrative support to senior leadership.

A leading professional services firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Personal Assistant. In this role, you will manage complex diaries for senior leaders and coordinate global travel, meetings, and logistics.

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Executive Assistant to the President based in London with a hybrid work model. This pivotal role involves managing daily operations, supporting senior executives, and enhancing stakeholder communication. Ideal candidates will have experience managing a

A global staffing agency is seeking an experienced Senior Executive Assistant/Business Support Manager to support a senior executive in Greater London. Applicants should have strong organisational skills, degree education, and significant experience in executive support roles.

A leading technology company in Greater London is seeking an Executive Assistant to support their executives.

We are supporting a large, complex organisation in the search for an experienced Senior Executive Assistant / Business Support Manager to support a senior executive. Significant experience supporting senior or C-level executives. This role combines traditional executive support with project coordina

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The Centre for Developmental Neurobiology is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Executive Assistant to provide broad support to the Director, the Managing Director, and central operations for the Centre. We are looking for someone who has substantial experience as an executive ass

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A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support two senior executives in a dynamic Technology function within a leading Financial Services environment in London. This role presents an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to high-level business activities while working

A global law firm is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to senior stakeholders.

A global financial services provider in London is seeking an Executive Assistant to support senior technology executives.

A boutique asset management firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Senior Partner.

A prestigious London-based Family Office seeks an Executive Assistant to support the Executive Office of a UHNW Principal, overseeing a property portfolio. The position combines traditional executive support with hands-on management, ensuring discretion and precision.

A high-profile family office in Central London is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support their Property Investment Office. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, the ability to prioritize tasks, and a proactive approach to providing high-level support to Executive D

A leading property company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a senior leader.

The successful candidate will provide high-level support to the senior leadership team, engaging regularly with senior officials and external organizations.

A leading technology company in Greater London is looking for an Executive Assistant to support its executives in managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and booking travel.

A prominent recruitment agency seeks a Senior Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support in a hybrid work setting.

A global digital infrastructure company is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the EMEA President. Ideal applicants will have proven experience supporting senior executives, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft applications.

A leading investment firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced administrator to support senior team members.

This role involves high-level support for senior executives, managing complex calendars, coordinating travel, and preparing meeting materials. A dynamic investment firm is seeking an Executive Assistant in Greater London.

A leading global financial services firm in London seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support a dynamic team.

This role supports senior executives and client teams, requiring excellent organisational and communication skills. A global advisory firm in London is seeking an Executive Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract.

A recruitment agency is seeking an Executive Assistant for an international restaurant group in North London. This role requires top-level assistance for high-level executives, including calendar management, meeting preparation, and email correspondence.

Income Insurance Actuarial team aims to create exponential value and cultivates a dynamic learning culture.We are a strong partner with other departments to transform and innovate the delivery of simple, honest and customer-focused insurance solutions.You will be an integral member of the Actuarial

We are seeking an experienced Senior Executive Assistant to provide direct support to our CEO and Board. Experience interacting with senior executives, investors, board members, clients, and partners, demonstrating professionalism and discretion. You will be a trusted partner to senior executives, a