Role: EA / Executive Assistant

Location: Central London

Type: Temporary, until Christmas (office based)

Rate: Up to £20 p/h, depending on experience

Days/Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hrs per week

The Executive Assistant/EA role:

We’re seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide top-tier administrative support to a COO and her team. In this pivotal role, you’ll manage communications, organise schedules, and ensure the COO’s day-to-day operations are seamless.

Your responsibilities will include handling inquiries, scheduling meetings, managing a complex diary, arranging travel and maintaining documentation. If you have a proven track record as an EA, exceptional organisational skills, are able to multi-task and have the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities of the Executive Assistant/EA:

* Act as the first point of contact for the COO and team with internal and external clients

* Handle incoming requests and queries appropriately

* Manage the COO’s diary, schedule meetings and appointments, and provide reminders

* Book and manage travel arrangements

* Develop and maintain an efficient documentation and filing system

* Produce reports, presentations, and briefs as needed

* Assisting with preparation for board meetings

Requirements and skills of the Executive Assistant/EA:

* Previous experience as an Executive Assistant to a senior executive/c-suite level

* Comprehensive understanding of office management systems and applications

* Organised, with exceptional planning and time management skills

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Discretion and confidentiality

* Knowledge of company secretary role (not essential)

* An interest in the arts/heritage would be beneficial