Executive Assistant

Meon Valley Travel Group; Sheet; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run travel management company is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director. The role involves managing day-to-day operations, providing high-level support, and overseeing HR and office management tasks. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and values a people-focused work environment. This role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive culture where contributions to employee wellbeing are encouraged. Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar role.
• Ability to manage diaries and correspondence effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level support to the Managing Director.
• Manage day-to-day operations and prepare meetings.
• Oversee HR administration and office management.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Proactivity

Relationship building

Job description

Location: Petersfield, Hampshire
Hours: Full-time
Reporting to: Managing Director

About Us

Meon Travel is a family-run travel management company built on strong values of care, trust, integrity, and mutual respect. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, close-knit working environment where people feel valued, listened to, and empowered to do their best work.

We are looking for an experienced and personable Executive Assistant (EA) to the Managing Director to join our team and play a central role in the smooth running of the business.

The Role

This is a pivotal and trusted position at the heart of Meon Travel. As Executive Assistant to the Managing Director, you will provide high-level, confidential support to the MD, leadership team, and wider business, acting as a key point of contact internally and externally.

You will manage the MD’s day-to-day operations, ensuring they are fully prepared, well-organised, and supported at all times. Alongside executive support, the role also has broader responsibility across HR administration, office management, health and safety, sustainability initiatives, and organising company events that help strengthen team connection and reinforce our family-first culture.

This role would suit someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in being dependable and proactive, and values working in a people-focused, values-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support

Acting as the Managing Director’s first point of contact

Managing diaries, inboxes, correspondence, and appointments

Preparing meetings, taking minutes, and ensuring follow-up actions are completed

Liaising with clients, suppliers, and colleagues at all levels

Arranging travel, accommodation, and managing expenses

Producing documents, reports, presentations, and briefing papers

Carrying out research and supporting specific projects

Deputising for the MD when required, using sound judgement and initiative

Business, HR & Office Support

Providing HR administration support including recruitment, maintaining HR systems, absence management, maternity processes, and company policies

Liaising closely with payroll and supporting HR compliance

Overseeing office management, equipment, alarms, servicing, and health & safety

Coordinating maintenance and emergency call-outs when required

Championing sustainability initiatives across the business

Organising and managing company events, functions, and conferences

About You

We are looking for someone who is not only highly capable, but also aligns with our values and culture. You will be:

Warm, approachable, and professional, with the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels

Highly organised, proactive, and able to anticipate needs before they arise

Discreet and trustworthy, with absolute respect for confidentiality

Calm, adaptable, and resilient, able to manage changing priorities with confidence

An excellent communicator, comfortable handling sensitive matters professionally

Confident using initiative and sound judgement when acting on behalf of the MD

Detail-oriented, conscientious, and committed to high standards

A supportive team player who enjoys contributing to a positive workplace culture

Empathetic and people-focused, with an interest in employee wellbeing

Flexible and hands-on, happy to take ownership of a varied workload

Commercially aware, mindful of costs and business efficiency

Values-driven, with an interest in sustainability and long-term business growth

How to Apply

Please submit your CV along with a brief covering letter outlining why you would be a great fit for Meon Travel to [e-mail]