Executive Assistant | 6 months, hybrid working | Consultancy / VC Experience Required in City o[...]

Energy Jobline ZR; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven organization in London seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support senior leaders in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include diary management and stakeholder coordination. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in similar roles, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive mindset. This is a temporary 6-month contract with a focus on innovation in scientific research.

Qualifications

• Proven EA experience supporting senior leaders in relevant environments.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive mindset and agility in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive support including diary management.
• Navigate a dynamic environment with a mix of startup energy and governance.
• Support leaders on breakthrough programmes in various fields.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Discretion

Agility

Job description

Overview

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Description

We’re working with a mission-driven organisation that’s accelerating scientific and technological breakthroughs across the UK. Operating with a lean, agile structure and a bold vision, this team supports cutting-edge research programmes that aim to transform industries and improve lives.

They’re now looking for an exceptional Executive Assistant to support senior leaders in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Location: Hybrid working, with offices in central London

Supports: Two senior executives

Size: ~50 employees

Sector: Innovation, science, and public impact - think of a Venture Capital firm backing innovative research which can impact the country

What You’ll Do

• Provide high-level executive support including diary management, travel, and stakeholder coordination
• Navigate a dynamic environment with a mix of startup energy and structured governance
• Support leaders working on breakthrough programmes in areas like AI, neurotech, bioengineering, and more

What We’re Looking For

• Proven EA experience supporting senior leaders in a consultancy, venture capital, or PVC type environment.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• An entrepreneurial mindset - always thinking ahead to solve the problems of tomorrow
• Discretion, agility, and a proactive mindset
• Comfort working within a highly regulated environment - the organisation receives significant government funding, so compliance and policy are key

Why This Role?

This is a rare opportunity to be part of something truly impactful - supporting visionary leadership in a team that’s driving bold ideas and transformative change. The organisation offers a mission-driven culture, meaningful work, and exposure to some of the most exciting developments in UK science and tech.

If you’re an experienced EA, matching the criteria above, ready to support leadership at the cutting edge of innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

Note this is a 6 month temporary contract via ISE Partners, on assignment at our client. You must be available for an immediate start, pending background checks (BPSS).

If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.