Executive Assistant

At Lanes Group, we’re proud to be the UK’s leading provider of water and wastewater solutions. As we continue to grow and transform, we’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant.

This is a pivotal role at the heart of the business, supporting our Senior Leadership Team across Finance, People, Legal and IT. If you thrive in a fast-paced, operational environment and enjoy working with senior stakeholders, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.

About the Role
As a trusted partner to senior leaders, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring our executives are fully supported to deliver on both strategic and operational priorities. You’ll manage complex schedules, coordinate key activities across the business, and act as a central point of contact, maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support & Coordination

• Manage complex diaries across multiple senior leaders, balancing competing priorities
• Oversee executive inboxes, prioritising communications and drafting responses
• Act as a key liaison between senior leadership, employees, clients and external stakeholders
• Handle sensitive financial and people-related information with discretion
• Provide cover for the Executive Assistant to the CEO when required

Calendar, Travel & Expenses

• Coordinate meetings, appointments and key business activities 
• Arrange travel, accommodation and detailed itineraries
• Process expense claims accurately and in a timely manner

Communication & Correspondence

• Draft, edit and proofread high-quality documents, reports and presentations
• Ensure all communications are professional, accurate and timely
• Support internal and external communications as required

Meeting & Business Support

• Plan and deliver meetings, conferences and leadership sessions end-to-end
• Prepare agendas, board packs and briefing materials
• Attend meetings where required, taking minutes and tracking actions
• Support smooth running of leadership and board rhythms

Data, Reporting & Projects

• Gather and analyse information to support decision-making
• Conduct research and compile insights for executive planning
• Support key Finance and People initiatives
• Track deadlines and actions across multiple stakeholders

General Administration

• Support office administration and maintain organised records
• Manage incoming requests and ensure timely follow-up
• Continuously improve processes and ways of working

About You
We’re looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive and confident working with senior stakeholders.

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, ideally supporting C-suite leaders
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confidence building relationships and influencing stakeholders
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to anticipate needs
• High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism
• Experience supporting Finance and/or HR (People) functions (desirable)
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)

At Lanes, you’ll be part of a business that’s essential to everyday life, with a strong focus on growth, innovation and operational excellence. We offer a supportive environment where you can develop your career, work alongside talented colleagues and contribute to meaningful work across the UK.

Strictly no agencies please.