Executive Assistant to CEO — Make an Impact in a Caring Org

Mencap; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days holiday

Discounts at leading high-streetRetail

Health cash plan

Interest-free loans

Job summary

Mencap is seeking a proactive Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive to provide trusted support, keep the day running smoothly, and help the Chief Executive focus on improving lives of people with a learning disability. You’ll work directly with the Chief Executive and closely with the Head of Office, coordinating with Trustees, external partners, and colleagues across Mencap.

You’ll bring a calm, flexible approach, anticipate needs, and build strong relationships.

Qualifications

• Proactive, thoughtful Personal Assistant who anticipates needs and supports a leader.
• Flexible, calm under pressure and able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong relationship-building and cross-stakeholder coordination skills.
• Committed to inclusivity and organisation-wide collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide trusted support directly to the Chief Executive and in collaboration with the Head of Office.
• Coordinate with Trustees, external partners and colleagues across Mencap to keep important work moving forward.
• Build strong working relationships and act as a visible, approachable point of contact for the Chief Executive’s Office.
• Support the Chief Executive in prioritising and scheduling to keep the day running smoothly.

Job description

Mencap is seeking a proactive Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive to provide trusted support, keep the day running smoothly, and help the Chief Executive focus on improving lives of people with a learning disability. You’ll work directly with the Chief Executive and closely with the Head of Office, coordinating with Trustees, external partners, and colleagues across Mencap.

You’ll bring a calm, flexible approach, anticipate needs, and build strong relationships.