Org Marketing Statement
We are a global leader in the research, design, integration, manufacture, certification, and lifetime service of flight control, hydraulic, fluid conveyance, thermal management, lubrication, and pneumatic systems and components for aerospace and other high-technology markets. We support the world’s aircraft and aero engine manufacturers, providing a century of experience and innovation for commercial and military aircraft.
Joining our team means, you are helping to deliver our purpose of ‘Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow. A career at Parker Meggitt offers boundless potential for professional and personal growth. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the world; help develop innovative technology and products and contribute to our company’s goal of solving the world’s greatest engineering challenges.
We have succeeded in employing the top talent in the industry by focusing our hiring efforts on the individual, not the job description. If you are an inquisitive thinker with great ideas and a desire to succeed, we will find the perfect spot for you on our team.
Position Summary
Summary
The Executive Assistant serves as a trusted administrative partner to the General Manager and the Division Leadership Team. The role is responsible for anticipating needs, managing priorities, improving administrative workflows, and enabling leadership to focus on strategic business objectives. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, professional environment.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
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Manage complex executive calendars, including scheduling, prioritisation, and coordination of internal and external meetings.
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Prepare agendas, meeting materials, presentations, reports, and follow-up documentation.
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Screen and prioritise communications, correspondence, and requests on behalf of executive leadership.
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Handle confidential and sensitive information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.
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Coordinate leadership meetings, business reviews, customer visits, and cross-functional events.
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Arrange meeting logistics, including room reservations, technology support, catering, visitor coordination, and materials preparation.
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Record meeting notes, track action items and follow up with stakeholders as needed.
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Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, lodging, transportation, visas, and itineraries.
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Prepare and process expense reports accurately and in accordance with company policy.
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Maintain organised records, files, contacts, and administrative systems.
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Support purchase requisitions, invoice processing, office supply coordination, and other business administration tasks.
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Serve as a professional point of contact for internal teams, customers, suppliers, and external partners.
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Draft, edit, and proofread correspondence, announcements, presentations, and other business materials.
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Support special projects, reporting activities, and executive initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Degree qualified or equivalent.
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Experience supporting executives in a manufacturing, engineering, aerospace, industrial, or global business environment is essential.
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Familiarity with enterprise systems such as ERP, expense reporting, purchasing, or document management platforms.
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Experience coordinating executive-level meetings, customer visits, and cross-functional business reviews is required.
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Demonstrated ability to improve administrative processes and implement efficient work practices.
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Professional Integrity: Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates ethical judgment in all interactions.
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Planning and Organisation: Prioritises effectively, manages time efficiently, and executes with accuracy.
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Communication: Conveys information clearly, professionally, and appropriately for the audience.
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Customer Focus: Provides responsive, service-oriented support to internal and external stakeholders.
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Initiative: Anticipates needs, identifies issues, and takes proactive action to support leadership objectives.
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Adaptability: Responds effectively to changing priorities, urgent requests, and evolving business needs.
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Collaboration: Builds productive relationships across functions, levels, and locations.
Closing Statement
What we offer
Parker Meggitt is proud to offer a competitive total rewards framework designed with our colleagues' health, wealth and well-being in mind to help our employees balance a successful career. Our competitive package will include:
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Early finish on Fridays.
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Competitive pay package.
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Company shares scheme.
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Option to buy & sell holidays.
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Career progression opportunities.
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Discounted Gym membership.
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Pension up to 10% company contribution.
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Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing.
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Employee Perkz – offering our employees discounts on a huge variety of goods and services.
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Income Protection.
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Employee Resource Groups.
Volunteering day off.
Parker Meggitt is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and beliefs define who we are as a business and that building a culture of respect and appreciation will give everyone the opportunity to recognise their full potential.
