Personal Assistant

Jak Consultancy; London; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A globally recognized design studio in Central London is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support one of their Directors. In this role, you will provide high-level administrative assistance, manage an ever-changing diary, and ensure smooth communication across teams. The ideal candidate has experience in similar support roles, exceptional organisational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a full-time office-based position with a salary of £35,000.

Benefits

Collaborative culture

High-profile project exposure

Dynamic leadership team presence

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role, ideally in creative industries.
• Highly organised with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide full administrative support to the Director.
• Manage diary, coordinate meetings, travel, and events.
• Act as primary point of contact for the Director.
• Prepare meeting materials and follow-up documentation.
• Assist with project tracking and timelines.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe software

Job description

Executive Assistant - Global Design Studio

Central London

£35,000 per annum

Full-time, Office-based (Monday to Friday)

We are working exclusively with a globally recognised design studio to find a professional and proactive Executive Assistant to support one of their Directors. Based in beautifully designed Central London offices, this is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and resourceful individual who thrives in a fast-paced creative environment.

The Role:

As Executive Assistant, you will work closely with one of the Directors, providing high-level administrative support and acting as a key point of contact across internal teams and external stakeholders. This is a varied and fast-moving role requiring discretion, initiative, and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide full administrative and organisational support to the Director
• Manage a busy and ever-changing diary, coordinating meetings, travel, and events
• Act as gatekeeper and primary point of contact for the Director – both internally and externally
• Prepare meeting materials, agendas, and follow-up documentation
• Assist with project tracking, timelines, and key deliverables across multiple workstreams
• Support on presentation formatting, internal communications, and report preparation
• Liaise with clients, senior leadership, and internal teams to ensure the smooth running of the Director’s schedule and commitments
• Maintain confidentiality at all times and ensure a high level of professionalism in all communications

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in an Executive Assistant or similar support role, ideally within the creative or design industries
• Confident, adaptable, and highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel); experience with Mac systems and design software (e.g., Adobe) is a plus
• Comfortable working full-time in a creative, office-based environment

What’s on Offer:

• Join a globally respected design studio with a collaborative and inspiring culture
• Work alongside a dynamic leadership team in a beautifully designed central London office
• £35,000 salary
• Exposure to high-profile projects and the inner workings of a world-class creative practice