Executive Assistant

Barden | B Corp; Cork; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a well-established financial services organisation based in Cork, is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Senior Management Team. The role centres on preparing board packs and papers, coordinating board and committee meetings, and ensuring smooth operation behind the scenes.

You will act as a liaison between SMT and internal/external stakeholders, handle sensitive information with discretion, and provide high‑level administrative support across the team.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to prepare high‑quality board packs, papers and presentations.
• Strong diary and meeting coordination skills across senior management.
• Experience in governance processes and board/committee meeting logistics.
• Ability to act as a liaison between SMT and internal/external stakeholders.
• Discretion with sensitive information and high professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and format board packs, papers and presentations to a high standard.
• Coordinate diaries, meetings and correspondence for the senior management team.
• Support governance processes, including board and committee meeting logistics.
• Act as a point of contact between SMT and internal/external stakeholders.
• Manage sensitive information with discretion and provide general admin support.

Skills

MS Office suite

Organisation & prioritisation

Discretion & professionalism

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Job description

Our client is a well-established financial services organisation based in Cork/Munster, with a strong community presence across the region. They're now looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support their Senior Management Team.

This is a varied and busy role, providing high-level administrative support to members of the senior team. While the pace differs across the group, the core of the role centres on preparing board packs and papers, coordinating board and committee meetings, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. It's a great opportunity for someone who's organised, discreet, and comfortable working at a senior level - someone who can come in and add real value from day one.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Preparing and formatting board packs, papers, and presentations to a high standard
• Coordinating diaries, meetings, and correspondence across the senior management team
• Supporting governance processes, including board and committee meeting logistics
• Acting as a point of contact between the SMT and internal/external stakeholders
• Managing sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• General administrative support as required across the team

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• Previous experience as an EA, PA, or senior administrator, ideally supporting multiple stakeholders
• Excellent IT skills, particularly across Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise across competing demands
• A high level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and board-level material
• Experience in financial services or a regulated environment is an advantage but not essential

This is a chance to join a well-regarded organisation with deep community roots, in a role where your organisational skills and initiative will be truly valued.

This role is located onsite in Glanmire.