EA to CEO

Harris Hill; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national arts organisation is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive. In this high-profile role, you will manage complex diaries, prepare briefings, and coordinate travel. You should have significant experience in supporting senior leaders, excellent organizational skills, and a background in the arts or creative sector. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model with some remote work and occasional travel. An exciting opportunity for a proactive individual thriving in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting senior leaders.
• Confidence handling confidential information and competing priorities.
• Experience within the arts or creative sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex diary and inbox for the Chief Executive.
• Prepare briefings, agendas, and meeting packs.
• Coordinate UK and international travel.
• Support Board meetings and governance administration.
• Coordinate events and hospitality.
• Manage enquiries and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Complex diary and inbox management

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Relationship-building

Confidence handling confidential information

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Senior Executive Assistant - Start date 5 Jan 2026
FTC 6-9 months c.£45k Full-time, Hybrid - 1 day per week remote - Central London (with some travel)

I am delighted to be supporting a leading national arts organisation in the search for a superb Senior Executive Assistant to work closely with the Chief Executive. This is a high‑profile role requiring exceptional organisation, judgement and discretion.

The role

• Complex diary and inbox management
• Preparing briefings, agendas and meeting packs
• Coordinating UK and international travel
• Supporting Board meetings and governance administration
• Event and hospitality coordination
• Managing enquiries and maintaining accurate records

You will have

• Significant experience supporting senior leaders
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building and attention to detail
• Confidence handling confidential information and competing priorities
• Experience within the arts or creative sector

Desirable

• Charity governance and GDPR knowledge
• International travel coordination experience
• Strong Microsoft 365 skills

A fantastic opportunity for a polished, proactive EA who thrives in fast‑paced creative environments.

Interested? If you have the above skills and experience and are immediately available, please apply online today, I would love to have a conversation with you!