Executive Assistant – Leading Consultancy
Salary: £30,000– £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Location: Bristol (Flexible Working Options)
Contract Type: Permanent
 

Our client, a prestigious consultancy based in Bristol, is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant (EA) to support their senior leadership team. This is an ideal role for an EA/PA professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working closely with senior leadership, and is excited to join a growing, impactful consultancy.

About the Company:
Our client is a highly regarded consultancy specialising in delivering development solutions across key sectors, including healthcare, government, and public services. Known for their innovative, high-quality work, they excel in:

• Personal Development: Delivering award-winning training programmes to enhance professional skills and effectiveness.
• Team Effectiveness: Leading impactful workshops to strengthen team dynamics, strategic focus, and decision-making.

Role Overview:
As the Executive Assistant, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the co-founders, collaborating with the wider team, and liaising with external consultants. Based in Bristol with flexible working options, this role requires 4-8 days on-site each month.

Key Responsibilities:

• Executive Support: Manage the co-founders’ complex schedules, oversee email communications, organise expenses, and serve as a trusted point of contact.
• Project and Resource Coordination: Oversee project resources, maintain schedules, and collaborate with the Head of Operations to streamline processes.
• Client and New Business Support: Handle client enquiries, assist with proposals, and prepare project estimates.
• Finance and Operations: Coordinate client onboarding, draft service agreements, and manage monthly expense tracking with Network Associates.

Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will have:

• 2+ years’ experience in an EA/PA role supporting senior leaders, ideally within a consultancy or professional services environment.
• Exceptional organisational and multitasking skills with acute attention to detail.
• Strong communication abilities and a proactive, professional approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Outlook, and the ability to adapt to new systems quickly.
• A high level of confidentiality and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits:

• Salary: £30,000– £35,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Annual Leave: 5.6 weeks (including bank holidays).
• Healthcare Benefits
• Continuous Development: Access to internal and external training opportunities.
• Flexible Working Arrangements

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Executive Assistant eager to make a real impact within a collaborative, mission-driven consultancy. If you're proactive, organised, and ready to grow with a leading team, we’d love to hear from you.
 

Lily Shippen – Experts in Executive Assistant, PA, and Business Support Recruitment across Bristol, London, and the UK
 

Lily Shippen specialises in recruiting exceptional business support talent, including Executive Assistants, PAs, Office Managers, and administrative professionals for permanent, temporary, and fixed-term contract roles. With offices in London and Manchester, we provide recruitment solutions for local, national, and remote roles across the UK. Whether you're seeking an Executive Assistant in Bristol or a PA in London, Lily Shippen is your trusted partner in connecting businesses with high-calibre candidates.