Executive Assistant to Chief Executive - Governance Lead

The National Forest

Moira

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 42,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service Pension

30 days annual leave + 10.5 days’ HOL

Staff bonus

Job summary

The National Forest is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive, Chair and Senior Leadership Team in East Midlands. You will manage senior-level diaries, prepare papers, coordinate board and governance activities, and liaise with ministers, civil servants and ambassadors to strengthen stakeholder relations.

You will work closely with trustees and external partners to ensure smooth governance, high-quality executive support and delivery of organisational objectives in a

Qualifications

Exceptional organisation and professionalism with experience supporting senior executives, boards or committees.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with strong attention to detail.
Sound judgement and ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and confidence.

Responsibilities

Provide high-level executive support to the Chief Executive, Chair, SLT and Board.
Coordinate board, committee and working group activities and governance processes.
Prepare papers, briefings and manage complex diaries and meetings.
Engage with ministers, civil servants, ambassadors and external partners to support stakeholder relationships.
Organise high-profile events and Trustee recruitment and development.

Skills

Executive support

Board liaison

Governance administration

Schedule management

Job description

You will work closely with trustees and external partners to ensure smooth governance, high-quality executive support and delivery of organisational objectives in a

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