EA to CEO

HARRIS HILL; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national arts organisation is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive. The role requires managing complex diaries, coordinating travel, and preparing briefings. The ideal candidate will have significant experience working with senior leaders in the arts sector, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. This is a full-time hybrid position based in Central London with an attractive salary of around £45k. Immediate availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting senior leaders.
• Confidence in managing competing priorities.
• Experience in the arts or creative sector.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Relationship-building

Handling confidential information

Proactive attitude

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 sometravel)

I am delighted to besupporting 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, judgment 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!