Essex & Hertfordshire · Executive Assistance for the Trades

The Trade Desk Co. Your business,
finally
in order.

Elite executive assistance for builders, contractors and tradespeople across Essex and Hertfordshire. We run your back office so you can run your business.

Who we are

The desk behind
every great
trade business.

You're exceptional at what you do on site. The problem isn't the work — it's everything that surrounds it. The invoices that go out late. The leads that go cold. The diary that's a mess. The admin that fills your Sunday evenings.

The Trade Desk Co. was built specifically for trades businesses across Essex and Hertfordshire. We're not a generic VA company. We're executive assistants who understand how your business actually works — and we run the back office so you don't have to.

We work fully remotely for seamless day-to-day support, and in-person check-ins are available upon request for clients who prefer a face-to-face catch-up.

The Trade Desk Co. — Essex & Hertfordshire
01
We take the time to understand you

Before we do anything, we listen. We'll ask you to walk us through your business — how you work, what you use, where the headaches are — so we hit the ground running from day one.

02
Always covered, no matter what

While The Trade Desk Co. is currently owner-operated, your business will never be left without cover. The week before and after any planned absence is fully prepared in advance so nothing slips — no dropped balls, no surprises.

03
Essex & Hertfordshire rooted

We know the local market, local suppliers and local business culture across both counties. We're not a faceless national brand.

04
AI-powered, human-approved

We use the best AI tools to work faster — but every client-facing output is reviewed by a real, experienced EA before it leaves our desk.

What we handle

Everything
off your plate.

Seven core service areas built around the real operational challenges of running a trades business in Essex and Hertfordshire.

01 — Finance Admin
Invoice & Payment Management

We raise and send your invoices, chase overdue payments and keep your cash flow moving. No more chasing money while you're mid-job.

Invoice chasing Payment tracking Remittance
02 — Operations
Job Scheduling & Diary

We manage your calendar, book in jobs, send client reminders and handle rescheduling — across Jobber, Tradify or whatever system you use.

Jobber Tradify Google Calendar
03 — Communications
Client & Lead Management

We respond to enquiries, follow up on quotes and manage your inbox so no lead goes cold and no client feels ignored.

Email management Quote follow-up CRM
04 — Digital Presence
Social Media & Reviews

Regular posts showcasing your work, responding to Google reviews and keeping your online presence active — without you lifting a finger.

Facebook Instagram Google Business
05 — Supply Chain
Supplier & Procurement Admin

Supplier correspondence, delivery tracking, purchase order management and material chasing — all handled professionally on your behalf.

PO management Supplier comms Delivery tracking
06 — People & Compliance
HR Admin & Documentation

Timesheet management, subcontractor onboarding, compliance documentation and recruitment admin support — from posting job ads to coordinating interviews — for growing trades teams.

Timesheets Onboarding Compliance docs Recruitment admin
07 — Logistics & Events
Events, Travel & Fleet

From organising team away days and client events to booking travel, accommodation and managing vehicle admin — we handle the logistics so your team can focus on the job.

Event coordination Travel booking Fleet admin
Investment

Clear pricing.
No surprises.

Tier One
Essentials
Sole traders & one-man bands
£395
per month · 30-day rolling
10 hours / month included
  • Inbox & diary management
  • Invoice chasing (up to 10/month)
  • Quote follow-up emails
  • 1 social post per week
  • Monthly check-in call
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Tier Three
Premium
Growing contractors, teams 5+
£1,200
per month · 30-day rolling
40 hours · named dedicated EA
  • Everything in Advanced
  • Named dedicated executive assistant
  • Tendering & bid admin support
  • HR admin & subcontractor onboarding
  • Project coordination support
  • Full social media management
  • Events, travel & fleet management
  • Priority 24hr response SLA
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Ad-hoc work available at £25/hr · All packages require 1 month's notice to cancel · No setup fees

Where we operate

Essex &
Hertfordshire.

The Trade Desk Co. provides executive assistant services to trades businesses across both counties. Fully remote delivery means we can support any business regardless of exact location — if you're in Essex or Hertfordshire, we've got you covered.

Essex
Chelmsford CM1–CM3
Brentwood CM13–15
Colchester CO1–CO6
Southend-on-Sea SS0–SS9
Basildon SS13–16
Braintree CM7–CM8
Harlow CM17–20
Maldon CM9
Thurrock RM16–20
Epping CM16
Hertfordshire
St Albans AL1–AL4
Stevenage SG1–SG2
Watford WD17–25
Hertford SG13–14
Hemel Hempstead HP1–HP3
Welwyn Garden City AL6–AL8
Bishop's Stortford CM23
Hatfield AL9–AL10
Hitchin SG4–SG5
Potters Bar EN6
Sawbridgeworth CM21

Don't see your area? We support surrounding areas upon request — get in touch to find out if we can help.

"For the first time in years, I left site on Friday and didn't spend the weekend doing paperwork. The Trade Desk Co. handles everything I used to dread."

Josh · Director · Harlow, Essex
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Ready to clear
your desk?

Book a free 30-minute discovery call. No pitch, no pressure — just an honest conversation about your business and whether we're the right fit.

Essex & Hertfordshire · Fully remote · No long-term contracts · Cancel with one month's notice