Strategic Executive Assistant to C-Level Leader

Ellison Institute of Technology; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute in Oxford is seeking an Executive Support professional to assist a C-level executive. The role requires exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage complex workflows while ensuring key decisions are translated into effective actions. Candidates must possess high emotional intelligence and a proactive mindset. This position offers competitive salary and benefits including enhanced holiday pay and private medical insurance, all within a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday pay

Pension

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance

Hospital Cash Plan

Therapy Services

Perk Box

Electric Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience providing high-quality support to senior leaders in fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to build trusted relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage and protect your executive’s priorities through precise scheduling and strategic planning.
• Coordinate complex calendars and high-stakes meetings with speed and precision.
• Act as a strategic gatekeeper, protecting time and context for your executive.
• Demonstrate calm and strong judgement in high-pressure environments.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Relationship management

Judgment

Job description

A leading research institute in Oxford is seeking an Executive Support professional to assist a C-level executive. The role requires exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage complex workflows while ensuring key decisions are translated into effective actions. Candidates must possess high emotional intelligence and a proactive mindset. This position offers competitive salary and benefits including enhanced holiday pay and private medical insurance, all within a collaborative work environment.