Executive Assistant

Ambitions Travel & Luxury Hospitality Recruitment; England; Remote; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the CEO. This remote position offers a salary of up to £47,000 and excellent benefits including private medical coverage, generous leave, and travel perks. The ideal candidate will have experience as a PA or EA in the travel industry and exceptional organisational skills.

Benefits

Private medical cover

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Celebration day off

Volunteering day

Employee rewards platform

Gym membership contribution

Qualifications

• Experience as a PA or EA to a CEO in the travel industry.
• Skilled in managing complex diaries and travel arrangements.
• Ability to handle confidential matters with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level support to the CEO.
• Oversee the CEO’s schedule and coordinate meetings.
• Prepare materials for meetings and track deadlines.

Skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Discretion

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

100% REMOTE

UP TO £47,000 DOE PLUS GREAT BENEFITS

Do you?

Have recent experience as a PA or EA to a CEO in the travel, cruise, or airline industry?

Are you the calm, organised centre of a busy executive’s world, with the discretion and judgement to handle sensitive matters with ease? Do you pride yourself on anticipating needs before they’re voiced, juggling complex diaries, coordinating travel, and preparing polished board materials while building trusted relationships at every level? If you’re a proactive problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves enabling senior leaders to stay focused on strategic priorities, this could be the perfect role for you.

Our Customer:

We’re delighted to be recruiting exclusively for a well-established organisation within the travel sector. Known for delivering value through collaboration and innovation, they provide end-to-end solutions that help businesses thrive. With people at the heart of their approach, they are recognised for fostering strong relationships, driving positive impact, and maintaining trusted partnerships across the industry.

They are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and discreet Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive Officer. This key role requires strong multitasking skills, sound judgement, and the ability to manage confidential matters with professionalism.

As Executive Assistant, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary, remote working, private medical cover, generous annual leave, and exciting travel perks. Additional benefits include a birthday day off, volunteering leave, a contributory pension scheme, and access to an exclusive employee rewards platform.

Job Description:

In this role, you will provide high-level executive support to the CEO, working closely with the Executive and Senior Leadership Team to ensure smooth operations, effective communication, and strong organisational coordination across the business, while helping the CEO stay focused on key strategic priorities.

• Oversee the CEO’s schedule, coordinating meetings, travel, and key commitments
• Compile and prepare materials such as agendas, presentations, and background notes
• Join meetings where required and ensure agreed actions are completed on time
• Act as the primary liaison for senior contacts and business partners
• Manage written communication, reports, and documentation on behalf of the CEO
• Work closely with the leadership team to maintain effective communication and workflow
• Assist in monitoring progress on strategic projects and organisational priorities
• Handle sensitive matters and confidential information with professionalism
• Track deadlines and ensure tasks and deliverables are met efficiently
• Manage administrative systems, expense processes, and documentation, improving efficiency where possible

Experience Required:

• Previous experience providing senior-level executive or board support
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Confident minute-taking and preparation of board and leadership meeting materials
• Skilled in managing complex diaries, travel arrangements, and confidential correspondence
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office, including Teams and SharePoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to prioritise effectively and remain composed under pressure
• Proactive problem-solver with initiative
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Professional, discreet, and approachable team player

Benefits and Perks:

• Great salary
• 100% Remote working
• Private medical cover with option to add family members
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with service (up to 28 days)
• Option to buy up to 5 extra leave days each year
• Celebration day off
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Employee rewards and well-being platform with discounts
• Great travel perks and savings
• Eye care allowance for tests and glasses
• Life assurance at four times annual salary
• Contributory pension scheme – 5% employer, 3% employee
• Gym membership contribution

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.