Executive Assistant

Barclays Bank Plc; Sworton Heath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly scaling financial organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the CEO. This role involves managing complex diaries, facilitating communication with senior stakeholders, and preparing important executive documentation. The ideal candidate will possess proven C-suite experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring operational excellence and organizational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven C-suite EA experience in a fast-growth environment.
• Ability to communicate confidently and build trust at every level.
• Highly discreet, organized and commercially sharp.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume and ever-changing diary and inbox.
• Act as first point of contact for senior stakeholders.
• Prepare executive documentation and leadership presentations.
• Support Board & ExCo meetings with agendas and action tracking.
• Coordinate leadership events and meetings.
• Manage domestic and international travel logistics.

Skills

C-suite EA experience

Proactive and solutions-focused

Confident communication

Exceptional attention to detail

Discretion and organization

Strong in Microsoft 365

Tools

Microsoft 365

Modern collaboration tools

Job description

If you're an Executive Assistant who loves being at the centre of action, thrives on complexity, and enjoys partnering closely with a CEO to drive results, then this could be the perfect next step. We're a rapidly scaling, private equity-backed organisation that is undergoing significant growth and transformation. With an ambitious roadmap ahead, the executive leadership team is looking for a highly skilled EA to enable operational excellence and keep everything running smoothly at the top. You will be the trusted right hand to the CEO, the person who keeps the engine moving and the priorities sharp. Your world will include:

• Managing a high-volume and ever-changing diary and inbox
• Acting as first point of contact for senior internal & external stakeholders
• Preparing executive documentation, board materials & leadership presentations
• Supporting Board & ExCo meetings, including agendas, minutes and action tracking
• Coordinating leadership events, conferences and company-wide meetings
• Managing domestic and international travel logistics
• Enhancing executive processes and supporting organisational efficiency

Qualifications

• Has proven C‑suite EA experience, ideally in a fast-growth environment
• Is proactive, solutions‑focused and always one step ahead
• Communicates confidently and builds trust at every level
• Has exceptional attention to detail and thrives in change & pace
• Is highly discreet, organised and commercially sharp
• Is strong in Microsoft 365 and modern collaboration tools