Our client, a ground-breaking, highly innovative start-up working at the forefront of clinical cancer treatment is looking for an experienced EA to join their busy team. Their mission is to drive meaningful change in how cancer is understood, treated and managed, by combining scientific excellence with bold, forward-thinking approaches. Their leadership team consists of highly regarded experts in their respective fields, operating at pace in a complex, fast-moving environment.
The are seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to provide high-level, strategic support to the Founder & CEO and any additional senior leaders within the organisation. This is a fully remote, part-time role (7 hours per week) suited to an experienced EA who thrives in supporting senior executives, brings absolute discretion, and can operate with autonomy and sound judgement.
Despite the limited hours, this is a senior, trusted role requiring efficiency, foresight, and the ability to manage competing priorities for two extremely busy leaders.
Role: Executive Assistant to Founder & CEO
Contract: Temporary and Part Time – 7 hours per week
Rate: £20-£22.50 per hour
Fully Remote
Consultant: charley@lilyshippen.co.uk – Please direct all enquiries to Charley
Key responsibilities
- Proactive diary and calendar management across multiple time zones.
- Scheduling and coordination of high-level meetings, including preparation and follow-up.
- Inbox management, drafting correspondence, and acting as a gatekeeper where appropriate.
- Supporting board, investor, and external stakeholder interactions.
- Preparation of documents, presentations, and briefing materials.
- Managing confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
- Streamlining administrative processes to maximise leadership effectiveness.
- Ad-hoc senior EA support as required in a dynamic start-up environment.
Skills required:
- Proven experience as a senior-level Executive Assistant, ideally supporting founders, CEOs, or C-suite executives.
- Comfortable supporting more than one senior leader simultaneously.
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to anticipate needs.
- Confident working independently in a remote setting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Professional, calm and adaptable under pressure.
- Experience within start-ups, scale-ups, healthcare, life sciences, or similarly complex environments is advantageous.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to work with real-world impact, supporting leaders who are shaping the future of clinical cancer treatment. While part-time, the role offers meaningful involvement, intellectual stimulation and the chance to be part of a mission-driven organisation doing genuinely important work.
Lily Shippen is a leading recruitment agency, specialising in executive support and business support recruitment. We connect top talent with exceptional opportunities across the UK and internationally. Our expertise spans Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, Office Manager, Chief of Staff, and HR recruitment, offering tailored solutions for businesses across various industries.
We recruit for permanent, temporary, and fixed-term contract roles across London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Cheshire, and beyond. Whether you’re seeking a new opportunity or looking to hire top talent, we’re here to help. If you’re an experienced Executive Assistant looking for a new challenge in a strategic role, we would love to hear from you.
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