Hire an Exceptional Executive Assistant with Confidence
Why Partner with Lily Shippen?
When it comes to hiring an Executive Assistant, you need more than a CV-matching service. You need a recruitment partner who understands the calibre, discretion and agility today’s executives demand. That’s where we come in.
Lily Shippen is a specialist Executive Assistant recruitment agency with a proven track record of placing exceptional EAs into C-suite and senior leadership teams across the UK. With strong networks in key business hubs such as London, Manchester and Cheshire, we recruit for permanent, temporary, contract and remote EA roles nationwide.
Whether you’re a CEO, Managing Director or fast-scaling founder, we help you secure the right support quickly and without compromise.
Ready to find an EA?
Executive Assistant Recruitment, Done Properly
Every candidate personally vetted
We don’t rely on job boards or automated tools. Every Executive Assistant we represent has been interviewed by our highly-experienced team and evaluated on the qualities that matter: initiative, discretion, attention to detail and emotional intelligence.
Tailored shortlist, not one-size-fits-all
Your business is unique. Your EA should be, too. We’ll work closely with you to understand your requirements, company culture and expectations before presenting a curated shortlist of candidates aligned with your goals.
Nationwide reach with local expertise
From London and Manchester to Cheshire, Leeds, Birmingham and beyond, we recruit across the UK. Whether your role is office-based, hybrid or fully remote, we’ll connect you with high-calibre Executive Assistants wherever you are.
Roles We Recruit For
Our expert team recruits Executive Assistants across every industry – including finance, legal, private equity, tech, family office, creative and professional services.
Example roles include:
- C-suite Executive Assistants
- Board-level Executive Assistants
- Remote Executive Assistants
- Private Executive Assistants
- Bilingual Executive Assistants
- Executive Assistants with project management or office management duties
We also recruit Personal Assistants, Chiefs of Staff, Office Managers and Business Support professionals through our dedicated business support division.
Not sure what role you need?
Browse our job description templates or ask us to help you define the right support structure.
Why Lily Shippen?
We do things differently here.
“We were looking to hire an Executive Assistant with a unique skill set for our high-paced, demanding environment, and Lily Shippen made the process seamless. Their recruitment team took the time to understand our needs fully, and within weeks, we met candidates that were perfectly matched to our requirements. Our new EA has transformed our efficiency, handling everything from complex scheduling to executive communications with ease. I would highly recommend Lily Shippen to anyone looking to recruit an EA—they are a true EA recruitment agency specialist.” – CEO, Financial Services Firm, London
“As a tech start-up looking to hire an Executive Assistant, we needed someone versatile and highly organised to support our CEO in Manchester. Lily Shippen’s team made it easy. They provided excellent, high-calibre candidates, and their attention to detail was impressive. Thanks to their expertise, we have hired an EA who has adapted seamlessly and added immense value to our operations. For anyone looking to recruit an EA, I’d recommend Lily Shippen’s services in a heartbeat.” – Founder, Tech Start-Up, Manchester
“After struggling to recruit an EA on our own, we approached Lily Shippen. They took the time to understand our business and specific requirements, and within a few weeks, we were able to hire an Executive Assistant who fit our culture and demands perfectly. Their knowledge as an EA recruitment agency is unparalleled, and I would recommend their services to anyone looking to hire a top-tier Executive Assistant.” – CFO, Investment Firm, London
Start Your Executive Assistant Search
Securing the right Executive Assistant is a strategic decision and is one that directly impacts how effectively your leadership team operates.
Our experienced EA recruitment team is on hand to support you at every stage, whether you’re hiring for the first time or replacing a pivotal member of your team.
We take the time to understand your business, your priorities and the profile of support you need.
If you have a preferred time to speak, let us know and we’ll ensure the right consultant gets in touch. We aim to respond to client enquiries within six hours on working days. Messages sent during evenings or weekends will be picked up at the start of the next working day.
If you’re looking to hire an Executive Assistant, complete our enquiry form below. Include as much detail as possible to help us understand your requirements.
You’re welcome to upload a job description if you have one.
If you have a preferred time for us to contact you, just let us know. We’ll connect you with the most relevant consultant. We aim to respond to all client enquiries within six working hours. Any messages received in the evening or over the weekend will be picked up at the start of the next working day.
FAQs About Hiring an Executive Assistant
An Executive Assistant provides high-level support to senior leaders, managing complex calendars, communications, travel and priorities. Many also take on strategic responsibilities, manage confidential projects and act as a trusted right hand to the executive they support.
While titles can overlap, Executive Assistants typically support senior leadership and may have broader responsibilities than Personal Assistants. However, the scope of each role varies by organisation. We can help define what best suits your business.
Yes. You can browse our job description templates or speak to us directly for help in shaping a tailored role that meets your needs.
We recruit for permanent, temporary, contract and remote Executive Assistant roles. Whatever your business needs, we can build a solution around it.
We recruit nationwide, including London, Manchester, Cheshire, Birmingham, Leeds and more. Our network allows us to support both local and remote EA roles effectively.
Timelines vary depending on the role and availability, but we typically present initial candidates within 5–7 working days for permanent roles. For temporary or contract positions, we can often provide suitable candidates within 24 to 48 hours.
Always on hand
With offices strategically located in both Manchester and London, we are proud to deliver tailored recruitment solutions to clients and candidates across the UK, as well as internationally. Our dedicated team of experts combines in-depth industry knowledge with a personal approach, ensuring that each recruitment strategy is uniquely aligned to meet specific needs—whether locally, virtually, or overseas.
Whether you’re actively seeking a new career opportunity or you’re an employer in search of top-tier talent, our team is here to help. Get in touch with us by leaving a message below, and one of our specialists will respond promptly to discuss how we can support your goals.
With offices strategically located in both Manchester and London, we are proud to deliver tailored recruitment solutions to clients and candidates across the UK, as well as internationally. Our dedicated team of experts combines in-depth industry knowledge with a personal approach, ensuring that each recruitment strategy is uniquely aligned to meet specific needs—whether locally, virtually, or overseas.
Whether you’re actively seeking a new career opportunity or you’re an employer in search of top-tier talent, our team is here to help. Get in touch with us by leaving a message below, and one of our specialists will respond promptly to discuss how we can support your goals.
0203 882 0349
+44 7547 404164
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+44 7547 404164
