Executive Assistant (PT, Hybrid, 6 month contract)

Office Angels; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Edinburgh seeks a part-time Executive Assistant to support senior leadership in a dynamic environment. The role offers hybrid working with 3-4 days in the office and involves coordinating meetings, managing communications, and overseeing complex schedules. Ideal candidates have strong organisational skills and experience in a similar role. Apply by sending your CV and cover letter to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role supporting senior leadership.
• Strong diary management and scheduling capabilities.
• Confident interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and attend senior-level meetings, including preparing agendas and taking minutes.
• Manage internal communications and scheduling, including company-wide events.
• Oversee complex diary and travel arrangements for senior leaders.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Diary management

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Executive Assistant (PT, Hybrid, 6 month contract)

Contract Type: Initial 6 month contract with potential to become permanent. Location: Edinburgh City Centre. Salary: £40,000 pro rata. Working Pattern: 3‑4 days per week, 1 day working from home.

Are you a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant looking for a part‑time opportunity with flexibility and impact? We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a dynamic EA to support senior leadership in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and attend senior‑level meetings, including preparing agendas and taking minutes.
• Manage internal communications and scheduling, including company‑wide events.
• Oversee complex diary and travel arrangements for senior leaders.
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support project tracking and deadline management.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials for executive decision‑making.
• Handle ad hoc tasks aligned with strategic business goals.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role supporting senior leadership.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills.
• Strong diary management and scheduling capabilities.
• High level written communication and attention to detail.
• Confident interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise across all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
• Proactive problem‑solving mindset.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a role that values initiative, discretion, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Office Angels, an equal opportunities employer.

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail]. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal‑opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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