Personal Assistant to the CEO

For 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers.

We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.

Brief role description:

Reporting to the CEO, this pivotal role will ensure the smooth running of a fast-paced executive office. As a key support to the CEO and SMT, the PA will manage schedules, oversee correspondence, and drive efficient administrative processes. They will coordinate meetings, board papers, and governance tasks, while also supporting operational planning and event logistics. This role requires exceptional organisation, discretion, experience in minute taking, and the ability to anticipate and respond to the needs of a dynamic leadership environment. The PA must also embody and uphold the charity’s values - Expert, Passionate, Resilient, Supportive, Open and Honest, and Collaborative - in all aspects of their work.

Interested?

Want to know more about the Charity? Click on the link https://www.forcesemployment.org.uk/

Do you have the following skills?

1. Previous experience supporting senior executives or board-level professionals
2. Proactive problem-solver with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative
3. Experience in minute taking
4. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities

What’s in it for you?

Check out the Benefits sheet attached.

How to apply:

If Discretion and Professionalism are your middle names, submit your CV and Cover letter by Monday, 5 May 2025.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.

Benefits at FEC.pdf

04042025 - Personal Assistant to the CEO - Job Description .pdf