Executive Assistant

Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant on a 3-month fixed-term contract. This pivotal role involves providing high-level, confidential support to the Executive Team, including managing complex diaries, correspondence, and project coordination. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational and communication skills, be detail-focused, and comfortable working under pressure. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment with senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Experienced in providing high-level executive support within complex organisations.
• Calm, resilient, and able to operate effectively under pressure.
• Comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries, emails, and correspondence for Executive Team members.
• Prepare executives for meetings, including briefings and forward planning.
• Coordinate executive travel arrangements and itineraries.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

Report preparation

Project coordination

Job description

Overview

Executive Assistant 3 Month Fixed-Term Contract | Location: Ashford - Hybrid | Recruiter: Diamond Search Recruitment

Diamond Search Recruitment is representing a leading organisation seeking a professional, proactive, and highly organised Executive Assistant to join their Executive Support team on a 3-month fixed-term contract.

This pivotal role provides high-level, confidential support to the Executive Team, ensuring smooth executive operations, effective communication, and strong governance support. You will work closely with senior leaders, managing complex diaries, correspondence, and priorities, and supporting Board, Committee, and divisional activities. The role also involves project and event support and executive travel coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries, emails, and correspondence for Executive Team members
• Prepare executives for meetings, including briefings and forward planning
• Produce high-quality reports, papers, and presentations
• Organise and service Board, Committee, and divisional meetings (agendas, minutes, action tracking)
• Coordinate executive travel arrangements and itineraries
• Provide project and administrative support across executive priorities

About You

• Experienced in providing high-level executive support within complex organisations
• Highly organised, with excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• Calm, resilient, and able to operate effectively under pressure
• Strong communicator, confident with senior leaders and external stakeholders
• Skilled in preparing reports, presentations, and governance documentation
• Proactive, detail-focused, and able to use initiative and judgement
• Experienced in managing meetings, events, and executive travel
• Comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information with integrity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to provide critical support in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this opportunity.