Senior Executive Assistant To CEO

Morgan Mckinley (Crawley); Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in North London is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the CEO. The role demands exceptional organizational skills, proactive decision-making, and the ability to manage a busy calendar while maintaining professionalism. Ideal candidates will have previous experience as an EA at a C-suite level, along with strong skills in Microsoft applications. A positive and flexible attitude is essential for this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working as an EA at C-suite level is essential.
• Highly organized and able to make decisions independently.
• Excellent written and spoken English is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to the CEO and manage their complex calendar.
• Handle all travel arrangements and manage client correspondence.
• Maintain personal records and organize private engagements.

Skills

Executive Assistance at C-Suite Level

Proactive and Enthusiastic

Strong IT Skills (Microsoft Outlook, Teams)

Excellent Communication Skills

Multitasking and Prioritization

Education

Degree and Masters (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

If you are a C-Suite Executive Assistant with experience working in a fast-paced office environment, are a team player, collaborative, professional and approachable, with a flexible "can-do" attitude, then we want to hear from you.

Job Title - Executive Assistant to CEO
Length - Permanent
Location - North London

DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to

• Executive Assistant to the CEO delivers professional, task orientated and highly proficient 1:1 support. Through a deep understanding of the CEO's strategic objectives and priorities, the EA will review and evaluate a range of information from multiple sources, often at pace, applying sound judgement and drawing on their experience to assist the CEO in prioritising and delivering against these objectives.

EA to CEO - 1:1 Support

• Oversee and prioritise the CEO's complex calendar, avoiding clashes and ensuring time for focused work.
• Anticipate needs and make administrative decisions aligned with business priorities.
• Coordinate and participate in internal and external meetings.
• Manage diaries, client correspondence, meetings, events, travel, and team expenses.
• Handle all travel arrangements, including visas, flights, hotels, and itineraries.
• Act as the CEO's gatekeeper, managing inbox and communications.
• Oversee CEO's budget, including forecasting and annual planning.
• Manage meeting room bookings and provide setup assistance.
• Serve as the go-to for additional ad hoc business tasks.

Private PA Work

• Replying to social invitations
• Managing personal records and filing
• Running errands as required
• Maintaining private vehicles and parking permits
• Organising private days away

PROFILE

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Experience of working as an EA, at C-suite Level
• Education - Degree and Masters - or equivalent (Desired)
• Professional and approachable, with a flexible 'can always do' attitude
• Proactive, enthusiastic with attention to detail and the ability to prioritise and multi-task
• Experienced with Microsoft Outlook and Teams with strong Word/PowerPoint and other IT skills
• Highly organised and able to multitask and prioritise.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and spoken English, with a positive e-mail tone and manner
• Deadline-driven with an ability to work in a high-pressured environment