Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Macmillan Davies; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This pivotal role requires exceptional multitasking, problem-solving, and communication skills to ensure seamless operations and support high-profile projects. Candidates should have a background in supporting C-suite leaders or related fields, and be prepared to manage complex schedules and travel logistics.

Benefits

10% bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience supporting C-suite leaders or in luxury hospitality.
• Ability to manage complex schedules.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO's schedule, resolving conflicts proactively.
• Coordinate national and international travel arrangements.
• Act as a liaison for internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Multitasking

Problem-Solving

Communication

Attention to Detail

Scheduling

Job description

Executive Assistant to the CEO

London | Hybrid (4 days in-office, 1 day WFH)

Are you master of efficiency who thrives in a fast-paced, commercial environment? Can you anticipate needs before they arise and keep everything running seamlessly? If so, this could be the role for you!

We’re on the hunt for a proactive and highly efficient Executive Assistant to support a CEO and their office. This is an exciting and demanding role that requires exceptional multitasking, problem-solving, and communication skills. If you love working at pace, juggling multiple priorities, and ensuring the smooth running of both professional and personal commitments, we’d love to hear from you.

Scope of the role:

Diary & Schedule Management – Orchestrating the CEO’s intricate schedule across multiple businesses, anticipating potential conflicts, and resolving them before they arise.

️ Travel Coordination – Planning and managing national and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and last-minute itinerary changes.

Stakeholder & Communication Management – Acting as a key liaison, ensuring smooth interactions between the CEO Office, internal teams, and external partners.

Personal Admin & Support – Handling personal appointments, household admin, and errands to ensure everything behind the scenes runs effortlessly.

Meeting & Event Coordination – Organising executive meetings, arranging catering, and overseeing logistics for company events.

Document & Office Administration – Preparing presentations, reports, and correspondence while keeping the London office running like clockwork.

Event Planning – Playing a vital role in corporate event organisation across London and Alderley Park, ensuring all logistics and details are flawlessly executed.

Cross-Functional Support – Assisting HR and other Executive Assistants within the Group with recruitment, onboarding, and wider business initiatives.

What We’re Looking For?

A seasoned Executive Assistant with experience supporting C-suite leaders OR a background in luxury hospitality, concierge services, or high-level event planning.

A scheduling expert who can manage complex diaries and keep everything on track, no matter how fast things change.

A confident communicator who can liaise with senior stakeholders and make quick, strategic decisions.

A natural problem-solver who thrives in high-pressure situations and can think two steps ahead.

A detail-oriented multitasker with experience handling travel coordination, personal administration, and executive-level event planning.

A highly adaptable professional who can pivot at short notice and provide out-of-hours support when necessary.

Why Apply?

Work alongside an influential and dynamic CEO.

Be at the heart of a fast-paced, forward-thinking and growing business.

Take ownership of high-profile projects and events.

This isn’t just another Executive Assistant role – it’s an opportunity to shape the daily operations of a top-tier executive and be an integral part of a thriving organisation.

Package:

• Salary to £70,000 per annum
• 10% bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package

If you’re ready to step into your next Executive Assistant role then please apply today