Executive Assistant

EA First; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

EA First in Cambridge is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the CEO in a fast-paced, senior-level environment. The role emphasizes strategic organization, travel management, and proactive problem-solving, with high discretion required for executive level decisions.

The role is a 2-3 month fixed-term contract with hybrid work: 2 days in the office and 3 days from home. Proficiency in Zoom, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word is essential; biotech exposure would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting C-suite executives (CEO) in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage travel bookings and coordinate with a travel provider.
• Support CEO and senior leadership with scheduling, communication, and project coordination.
• Anticipate needs, spot issues, and implement efficient solutions.
• Coordinate with stakeholders while maintaining discretion at executive level.

Skills

Executive support

Highly organised

Adaptable

Open-minded

Proactive

Tech-savvy

Calm under pressure

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

2-3 Month Fixed-Term Contract | Based near Cambridge | Hybrid

We're looking for a proactive and highly organised Executive Assistant to step into a fast-paced, senior-level environment, with a primary focus on supporting the CEO.

This is an ideal short term contract for someone who is strategic, has high attention to detail and confident operating at C-Suite level - someone who can quickly get to grips with what needs doing and make it happen.

THE ROLE

Managing of travel bookings, working with a dedicated travel provider.

Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, understanding the pace, discretion, judgement and high standards expected at this level.

We need more than an organiser. You'll be comfortable thinking ahead, spotting issues and finding better ways of doing things.

Strong working knowledge of Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Excel, PowerPoint and Word is essential.

Biotech Experience - A Real Advantage

Previous exposure to the biotech sector would be highly advantageous.

YOU'LL BE

• Highly organised
• Adaptable
• Open-minded
• Proactive
• Tech-savvy
• Calm under pressure
• Comfortable with senior stakeholders

THE DETAILS

Hybrid: 2 days per week in the office / 3 days working from home

THE OPPORTUNITY

A fantastic short-term opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant / Executive Support professional who can hit the ground running, bring order to complexity and make an immediate impact at CEO level.