Executive Assistant (Secondment / Fixed Term)

SSE Enterprise; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director. The role involves managing complex travel arrangements, diary management, and producing key documents. Candidates should have significant experience in similar roles, excellent IT skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The position offers flexible benefits such as discounts on private healthcare and wellbeing services, along with a commitment to an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership benefits

Interest-free loans on tech

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience supporting a senior leader as an Executive or Personal Assistant.
• Ability to research, analyze and present materials effectively.
• Knowledge of Office 365 suite including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint & Teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage travel, hospitality requests, and accommodations.
• Oversee day-to-day diary management for the Managing Director.
• Produce high-quality documents and presentations.
• Support cost management across the directorate.
• Lead and manage other Personal Assistants.

Skills

Extensive experience as an Executive Assistant

Strong IT skills (Office 365)

Attention to detail

Reliability and discretion

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

What is the Role

We're looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director of SSEN’s Distribution business.

Key responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to :

• Arranging and approving travel, hospitality requests, visas, accommodation, and frequent travel to various other sites, with a constant focus on balancing business priorities with efficiency and value for money.
• Day to day diary management and email monitoring, using judgement to help decide which meetings and appointments are of most strategic importance and the best use of the MD’s time.
• Producing documents, briefing papers, reports, presentations and other materials to a high standard, consistently considering the audience and confidentiality impact.
• Proactively support the management of controllable costs across the directorate, working across the business and corporate partners to check and challenge as required.
• Direct line management of the other Personal Assistants to members of the Distribution Executive Committee providing leadership, support, guidance, coaching and direction to ensure a high level of service is consistently provided.

What do I need?

To be considered for role, we would love you to have :

• Extensive experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant to a senior leader.
• Demonstrable experience of the ability to research, digest, analyse and present material clearly and concisely to stakeholders on a variety of levels.
• Strong IT skills and knowledge of Office 365 suite – Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint & Teams as a minimum.
• Reliability, discretion and an understanding of confidential issues.
• Great attention to detail and the ability to work to your own initiative under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Line Management and / or experience of coaching and developing others would be advantageous.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We’re investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

Part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24 / 7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact / 01738 341514 to discuss how we can support you.

We’re dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We’ll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we’ll be taking your application further. If you’re offered a role with SSE, you’ll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.