Temporary Executive Assistant

Oriel Partners Limited; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Temporary Executive Assistant to support a senior C-suite executive. This role demands a professional with extensive experience in executive assistance, particularly in the professional services sector. The ideal candidate will excel in managing complex diaries, coordinating logistics across time zones, and handling sensitive information with discretion. This position offers the opportunity to thrive in a demanding environment, providing seamless support from day one. If you possess strong interpersonal skills and a thick skin, this role is tailored for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive EA experience in professional services.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level EA support including diary and inbox management.
• Coordinate meetings and handle confidential information.

Skills

Executive Assistance

Diary Management

Interpersonal Skills

Audio Typing

Job description

A seasoned and resilientTemporary Executive Assistantis required to support asenior C-suite executivewithin a professional services environment. This is a traditional EA role suited to someone with strong experience, excellent judgment, and the ability to operate with confidence and discretion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level, traditional EA support including complex diary and inbox management

• Coordinate meetings, travel, and logistics across multiple time zones

• Draft, format, and type correspondence, with audio typing being a plus

• Act as a gatekeeper—confidently push back and manage access when needed

• Handle confidential information with professionalism and sensitivity

• Navigate and support a mature, senior leadership style with polish and assurance

Ideal Candidate:

• Extensive EA experience, ideally withinprofessional services(property, finance, consulting, etc.)

• Confident, composed andthick-skinned, with the ability to handle demanding environments

• Comfortable with a traditional support style and expectations

• Strong interpersonal skills and professional judgment

• High typing speed and audio typing skills are a strong advantage

This role requires someone who can hit the ground running and provide seamless support from day one.