EA to CEO - Hospitality/ Retail

COREcruitment; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing company in the UK hospitality and retail sector is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO. This key role involves comprehensive support, ensuring effective management of day-to-day operations, schedules, and strategic priorities. The ideal candidate should demonstrate significant C-suite support experience, exceptional organisational skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in an EA or PA role supporting C-suite.
• Strong prioritisation and multitasking abilities.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendar, inbox, and travel for the CEO.
• Prepare documents and board papers.
• Coordinate meetings and manage sensitive information.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Discretion

Emotional intelligence

Tech-savvy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

EA to CEO – Hospitality/ Retail
London
£45,000 - £55,000

THIS ROLE IS FOR A Q4 START DATE

We are excited to be working with a fast-growing and dynamic business operating in the UK hospitality and retail space, with a bold and entrepreneurial spirit.Since launching in the UK, they have experienced rapid growth and built a strong reputation for innovation, energy, and exceptional customer experience.As they continue to scale nationally, we are seeking a highly capable and motivated EA to support their CEO in driving the next phase of success.

The Individual:

This is a key role at the heart of the organisation, supporting a busy and ambitious CEO.You will have previous experience as an EA for a c-suite director, ideally within an entrepreneurial environment.You will play a critical part in ensuring their day-to-day schedule, projects, and strategic priorities run smoothly.You will be highly organised, proactive, and comfortable managing a wide range of responsibilities with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the CEO, including calendar, inbox, and travel management
• Prepare documents, presentations, board papers, and meeting materials
• Act as a key point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders
• Coordinate meetings and follow up on key actions to drive execution
• Ensure confidentiality and manage sensitive information with the utmost discretion
• Provide occasional personal support where needed

Requirements:

• Previous experience in an EA or PA role supporting C-suite or senior leadership

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and multitask effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional, proactive, and solutions-oriented
• High emotional intelligence and discretion
• Tech-savvy and comfortable with Microsoft Office and remote collaboration tools

If this position is of interest to you and you fit the requirements of the role then please apply with an updated copy of your CV.

Please note due to volume of applications it is only possible to respond to successful applications.