Personal Assistant to Senior Leadership Team

Search Consultancy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Consultancy is seeking a capable Personal Assistant to provide high-level support to senior leaders in London. You will manage complex diaries, coordinate international travel, and prepare meeting materials while maintaining strict confidentiality across all communications.

The role demands exceptional organisation, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to interact confidently with directors and board-level stakeholders in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Seasoned Personal Assistant or EA to executives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with senior stakeholders.
• Discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive diary and inbox management for senior stakeholders.
• Coordinate complex national and international travel arrangements, including itineraries and logistics.
• Prepare meeting packs, presentations, reports and briefing documents.
• Organise and attend meetings, take minutes and track actions.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of senior leaders.

Skills

Diary management

Travel coordination

Meeting preparation

Communication

Discretion

Microsoft Office

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Teams

Tools

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Teams

Job description

Personal Assistant to Senior Leadership Team

Personal Assistant to Senior Leadership Team

Location: London

Salary: £48,000-50,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Personal Assistant to provide high-level support to senior stakeholders within a fast-paced and dynamic organisation. This is a pivotal role requiring a proactive, highly organised and professional individual who can operate confidently at executive level, managing complex schedules, coordinating priorities and acting as a trusted gatekeeper.

The successful candidate will be experienced in supporting senior leaders, demonstrating discretion, excellent judgement and the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive diary and inbox management for senior stakeholders.
• Coordinating complex national and international travel arrangements, including itineraries, accommodation and logistics.
• Preparing meeting packs, presentations, reports and briefing documents.
• Organising and attending meetings where required, taking minutes and tracking actions.
• Managing confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of senior leaders.
• Screening and prioritising communications, ensuring key issues are addressed promptly.
• Coordinating events, leadership meetings and board-level activities.
• Supporting project work and assisting with business-critical initiatives.
• Identifying opportunities to improve administrative processes and efficiencies.

About You

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or Senior Administrator supporting Director, Executive or Board-level stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage multiple competing demands.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong relationship-building abilities and confidence interacting with senior executives.
• High levels of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Teams.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of up to £50,000.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence key business activities.
• Professional and collaborative working environment.
• Career development and progression opportunities.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age