Executive Assistant

Job Information

Location:

Exeter, South West England, United Kingdom

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

Employment type:

Office Based (hybrid working possible once established)

Distance from Central Exeter: 20 minutes – towards Mid Devon

Post date: 29.05.2026

Our client is a well-established and innovative manufacturing business operating within the agricultural sector, supplying products and solutions to both UK and international markets. With a strong focus on quality, sustainability and operational excellence, the business continues to grow and develop its presence across the farming industry.

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to senior leadership within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will support both the CEO and Technical Director, ensuring the smooth coordination of executive activities, business operations and stakeholder communications. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining operational efficiency while supporting strategic projects and business initiatives.

• Manage complex diaries, travel arrangements, meetings and executive schedules for senior leadership.
• Act as key liaison for customers, suppliers and international stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and relationship management.
• Prepare reports, presentations and meeting documentation, while tracking actions and supporting strategic projects.
• Drive operational efficiency through business support, cross-department coordination, KPI reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Proven experience supporting senior leadership as an Executive Assistant or Senior Administrator, with expertise in diary, travel and stakeholder management.
• Highly organised, proactive and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and advanced Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Interest in AI-driven efficiencies and the agricultural sector; experience within manufacturing, engineering or technical industries is advantageous.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a growing business.
• Exposure to international markets and operations.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to operational improvements and business growth.
• Potential for some home working flexibility once fully established in the role.

We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

If you are a highly organised professional with a genuine interest in farming, agriculture or rural industries, and you are looking to make a meaningful impact within an innovative and growing business, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today to discuss this opportunity in confidence.