We are delighted to be recruiting an Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive of a high-impact UK-based organisation focused on social change. This is a rare opportunity to play a central role in a purpose-driven environment, supporting a values-led CEO and enabling strategic and operational priorities.

Executive Assistant to Chief Executive – Remote, UK-Based (with occasional travel)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £40,000 per annum - £42,750 per annum 

Working Pattern: Full-time, remote (UK-Based) 

About the Role
This Executive Assistant position is ideal for someone experienced in working at C-suite level within a fast-paced organisation. You will act as a key point of contact for the CEO, manage her time and priorities, and provide high-level executive and governance support. You will also play a pivotal role in coordinating board activities and working cross-functionally across the organisation to ensure operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

CEO Executive Support

• Deliver proactive diary, inbox, travel, and expense management.

• Act as the first point of contact for all incoming communication into the CEO’s office.

• Coordinate internal communications and cross-team alignment, working with direct reports and the leadership team.

• Prepare briefing notes, presentations, and reports in advance of meetings.

• Attend and support internal meetings, collating papers, taking minutes, and tracking actions.

• Manage requests for public appearances or speaking engagements, ensuring appropriate representation.

• Support stakeholder communication and relationship management on behalf of the CEO.

• Lead discreet projects on behalf of the executive office as required.

Governance & Board Coordination

• Plan and coordinate Board of Trustees and subcommittee meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, and minute taking.

• Maintain all governance records including declarations of interest, risk registers, and attendance logs.

• Provide governance and compliance support, ensuring the smooth running of the AGM and adherence to regulatory requirements.

• Oversee trustee recruitment, induction, and appraisal processes.

• Support the annual business planning cycle and reporting framework.

About You
This role would suit an experienced Executive Assistant with exceptional organisational skills and a keen interest in governance and strategic operations. A strong understanding of confidentiality, professional discretion, and stakeholder management is essential.

Benefits Include

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional 5 days for company-recognised occasions

• 7% employer pension contribution

• Remote-first policy with flexible working

• Health and wellbeing support including counselling helpline, mindfulness app access, and more

About Lily Shippen
Lily Shippen is a leading business and executive support recruitment agency in the UK. We recruit a broad range of HR positions and connect businesses with exceptional talent. Our expertise extends to secretarial recruitment, ensuring you can hire a Personal Assistant with the skills needed to drive your business forward. We recruit for various roles, including Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, Private PAs, Office Managers, Chief of Staff positions, as well as supporting founders, businesses, celebrities, and private roles. Our recruitment services also span HR roles across the UK, including London, Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, and Sheffield. Whether you’re looking for temporary, permanent, or fixed-term contracts, we help you find the right fit for your business. We also recruit for Chief of Staff positions in various locations.