Job Description
EA to CEO - IMMEDIATE START – 3 month temp
Central London (Hybrid Working, 2 days per week in the office)
55-65K equivalent DOE
A leading tech business are in search of a top-class, strategic level EA to join their team and support the CEO on a short-term basis (3 months).
As an innovative tech company, this is an interesting and dynamic company with a collaborative, forward-thinking and flexible team. As an experienced Senior Executive Assistant, you will provide comprehensive support to the CEO ensuring the smooth operation of day-to-day activities while actively contributing to strategic initiatives and business development efforts. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, detail-oriented professional with exceptional communication and organisational skills, capable of thriving in a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment.
ROLE:
As the Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive, you will act in true partnership, providing strategic level support, acting as a confidante and right hand to your Exec while being a vital connection point within the organisation and with senior external stakeholders.
Key Tasks/Responsibilities:
* Act as the primary point of contact and facilitators for the CEO, managing their time and communications with efficiency and professionalism.
* Provide complex diary management factoring in thinking time and being 3 steps ahead in managing priorities
* Full inbox management and complex travel management
* Prepare and organise materials for meetings, including agendas, presentations, and supporting documents, and provide follow-up support as needed.
* Full Board support including scheduling meetings and prep (materials, minutes, actions, follow up)
* Anticipate and proactively address the needs of the CEO, handling inquiries, requests, and issues with tact and discretion.
* Liaise with the SLT and assist in arranging meetings, fostering strong team relationships and providing regular project and company updates
* Assist with project and act as an additional pair of hands with client work related to the CEO
* Arrange all company meetings
* Assist with special projects, events, and ad-hoc tasks as required, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
* Liaise with key stakeholders, UHNW clients and managing internal relationships
REQUIREMENTS:
* Proven experience as a strategic Executive Assistant to CEO.
* Experience dealing with senior-level external stakeholders.
* Proactive and highly organised with the ability to anticipate, communicate, and manage opportunities and challenges.
* Strategic with high-level, pre-emptive thinking
* Able to manage up effectively and provide partnership support
* Resilient, calm under pressure and able to navigate an agile work environment
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
* Demonstrates professionalism and integrity
* Exceptional attention to detail, and ability to prioritise tasks in a dynamic environment.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
* Top class attention to detail and excellent writing abilities for drafting emails, reports, and meeting minutes that are clear, concise, and professional.
* Ability to work at pace without compromising on quality of work
* Ability to work flexibly in response to the needs of the business
If you are a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with a passion for providing strategic support to executive leadership, please apply today for an immediate interview!
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