Executive Assistant

Marley Risk Consultants Limited; Bishop's Cleeve; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Cheltenham is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-impact support to the senior management team. The role involves managing diaries, coordinating governance processes, and owning travel logistics. The ideal candidate will have over a year of experience supporting C-suite executives in a dynamic setting, displaying superb communication proficiency and advanced skills in MS 365. Candidates with a background in legal or insurance are especially encouraged to apply, enhancing the governance and organizational facets of the role.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience as an EA supporting C-suite in a fast-paced environment.
• Superb written and verbal communication; able to draft concise materials.
• Advanced MS 365 skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage SMT diary, inbox, and briefings.
• Coordinate governance calendar and board packs.
• Own travel logistics and event planning.

Skills

Communication skills

MS 365 proficiency

Judgement and confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

EA/Business Administration qualification

Tools

Concur

Job description

Job Description

Executive Assistant

Location: Cheltenham

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £30k–£35k

On-site

Yearly salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Purpose of the Role

Provide high-impact, proactive executive support that leads the administrative support to the senior management team and improves the speed and quality of decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support & Prioritisation

• Manage SMT diary, inbox, briefings, and gatekeeping.
• Senior Management, Board & Governance – Coordinate governance calendar, board packs, and minutes.
• Meetings, Travel & Events – Own travel logistics and leadership event planning.
• Stakeholder & Communications – Act as first point of contact for partners and draft executive communications.
• Operations & Special Projects – Support SMT members, budget tracking, and process improvements.
• Information Management & Tooling – Maintain organised archives and dashboards.

Skills & Experience Required

• 1+ years’ experience as an EA supporting C-suite in a fast-paced environment (scale-up, financial services, consulting or similar).
• Superb written and verbal communication; able to draft concise, executive-ready materials.
• Advanced MS 365 (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, SharePoint) skills.
• Strong judgement, confidentiality, and stakeholder management at senior levels.
• Proven mastery of complex diary, international travel, and board meeting cycles.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and ability to anticipate needs.

Desirable

• Experience in insurance/financial/Legal services or a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with board processes/secretarial requirements, and expense tools (Concur).
• Project coordination/PMO experience; basic financial literacy (budgets, variance).
• Degree or EA/Business Administration qualification; PRINCE2/Agile awareness helpful.

Additional Consideration

Candidates with a Legal background or strong PA experience are highly encouraged to apply, as these skills align well with the governance, confidentiality, and organisational aspects of the role.

Behaviours & Competencies

Strategic thinking

• Bias for action
• Discretion & integrity
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Relationship building
• Professionalism and poise