Executive Officer

Pertemps; London; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international intergovernmental organisation in Central London is seeking an Executive Officer for a 6-month hybrid role. The successful candidate will support the Deputy Secretary-General's Office by managing communications, conducting research, and ensuring high standards across various tasks. Candidates should possess a degree, demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, and be accustomed to a fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting senior leadership in fast-paced environments.
• Sharp research and writing skills.
• Familiarity with international or public-sector organisations.

Responsibilities

• Provide mission and travel planning support.
• Draft clear, concise briefing notes and review speeches.
• Lead background research and coordinate internal governance meetings.

Skills

Research

Writing

Communication

Interpersonal Judgement

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Executive Officer – Hybrid | £22.21 per hour | 6-Month Temp | Central London

An international intergovernmental organisation at the heart of global cooperation is seeking a highly capable Executive Officer to support the Deputy Secretary-General’s Office.

This is a hybrid role based in Central London, starting immediately for an initial 6-month contract. You’ll be working 2–3 days onsite per week and earning £22.21 per hour (PAYE).

The Opportunity As Executive Officer, you’ll be the strategic linchpin of the Deputy Secretary-General’s portfolio—driving operational excellence and policy coordination behind the scenes. From managing cross-divisional communications to reviewing critical documents, your ability to cut through complexity and keep priorities on track will be key.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Provide mission and travel planning support
• Prioritise and assess internal requests across the DSG’s divisions
• Draft clear, concise briefing notes and review speeches and talking points
• Ensure high standards of quality, coherence and alignment across communications
• Support organisational reforms and transformation initiatives
• Lead background research and coordinate internal governance meetings
• Maintain briefing packs, schedules and accurate documentation

About You We’re looking for someone with:

• Proven experience supporting senior leadership in fast-paced environments
• A degree in business administration, social sciences or similar
• Sharp research and writing skills
• Familiarity with international or public-sector organisations
• Discretion, diplomacy, and strong interpersonal judgement
• An ability to stay calm under pressure and keep multiple plates spinning
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Cultural awareness and a collaborative mindset are essential—you’ll be working in a diverse, multicultural environment where professionalism and tact are paramount.