Executive Assistant to CEO

HR GO Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the CEO with high-level operations, including diary management, meeting coordination, and stakeholder liaison. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience supporting C-suite executives and possess advanced skills in Microsoft 365. The role requires exceptional organisational and communication skills, along with a high degree of professionalism and discretion. Competitive benefits are offered, making this an enticing opportunity for top talent.

Benefits

Health & wellness support

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Generous leave allowances

Learning & development programmes

Parental leave

Mental wellbeing days

Free parking

Complimentary breakfast / refreshments

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience supporting C-suite executives.
• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills are mandatory.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries and travel logistics for the CEO.
• Coordinate CEO meetings with agendas and minute-taking.
• Provide administrative support to the board and governance.

Skills

Diary management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft 365

PowerPoint

Canva

Job description

Executive Assistant to CEO

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to provide proactive, confidential and high-level support to the CEO. This role ensures the smooth operation of the CEO's office through expert diary management, meeting coordination, communications handling, document preparation, and stakeholder liaison. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates impeccable judgement, and delivers work to an exceptional standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries, schedules, travel and logistics.
• Coordinate CEO meetings, including preparing agendas, minutes and action tracking.
• Provide board and governance administration support.
• Draft, proofread and manage professional communications, briefs and reports.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external senior stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and act as gatekeeper for the CEO.
• Produce reports, presentations and documents using Microsoft 365, PowerPoint and Canva.
• Support strategic priorities by ensuring timely follow-up and organisation of key information.

Essential Requirements

Undergraduate degree or higher in Business Administration or related field.

5+ years' experience supporting C‑suite executives.

Advanced Microsoft 365 skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and accuracy.

High discretion, professionalism and proactive judgement.

Proven experience in :

• Complex diary & travel management (5 years)
• Board & governance administration (5 years)
• Minute-taking & action tracking (5 years)
• Senior stakeholder / external liaison (5 years)

Touch typing skills preferred.Employee Benefits

Competitive benefits including health & wellness support, pension scheme, flexible working, generous leave allowances, learning & development programmes, parental leave, mental wellbeing days, free parking, and complimentary breakfast / refreshments