Executive Assistant

Staging It; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing life sciences company in Oxford is searching for an Executive Assistant to support its C-suite executives. This permanent position offers hybrid working and involves managing schedules, communication, and strategic projects in a collaborative environment focused on healthcare innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Long-term development prospects

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Significant experience in an Executive Assistant role.
• Highly organised and able to anticipate needs effectively.
• Strong experience using CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Providing proactive support to the CEO and two C-suite members.
• Managing complex calendars and international travel arrangements.
• Preparing presentations and reports on behalf of the executives.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

CRM Proficiency

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Job description

Robert Half LTD are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a growing life sciences business, who are seeking an experienced and highly proactive Executive Assistant to support three members of the C-suite, including the Chief Executive Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking, ambitious company at a pivotal stage of growth.

This is a permanent role, based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. The role offers hybrid working (1-2 days a week in office).

The Company

Operating at the forefront of healthcare innovation, this organisation is backed by leading investors and is expanding rapidly. With a focus on impactful, science-driven solutions, the company offers a collaborative and dynamic working environment where high performance and purpose go hand-in-hand.

The Role

The Executive Assistant will provide high-level, comprehensive support to the CEO and two other senior executives. The successful candidate will be a confident self-starter, experienced in managing complex schedules and travel, handling sensitive information with discretion, and playing a key role in supporting strategic projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing seamless, proactive support to the CEO and two additional C-suite members
• Managing complex calendars, meeting coordination and international travel arrangements
• Preparing presentations, reports, agendas and briefing documents
• Supporting internal and external communications on behalf of the leadership team
• Acting as a liaison across departments and with key external stakeholders
• Supporting and coordinating strategic, cross-functional projects
• Utilising CRM systems to manage stakeholder engagement and communications
  
  

Candidate Profile

• Significant experience in an Executive Assistant role, supporting senior leaders in a fast-paced, project-focused environment
• Highly organised, forward-thinking and able to anticipate needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong experience using CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot)
• Able to handle multiple priorities with efficiency and discretion
  
  

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience in a private equity or venture capital-backed business
• Background in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or other life sciences sectors
  
  

Why Join?

• Opportunity to work at the heart of a purpose-driven, high-growth business
• Exposure to strategic decision-making and business transformation
• Collaborative, inclusive culture that values initiative and integrity
• Competitive salary and benefits package, with long-term development prospects
  
  

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