We are seeking a skilled and experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the CEO of an innovative, global networking organisation. This role would suit an Executive Assistant with a proven track record supporting C-suite executives, who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will be responsible for ensuring seamless executive support while contributing to the overall operational efficiency of key relationships with industry leaders and stakeholders.

Executive Assistant to CEO
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience)
Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Contract Type: Permanent

The company have a hybrid working model and you will need to be office based when the CEO is present, typically 2-3 days per week.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Working closely with CEO and Board members to ensure smooth coordination of diary and travel arrangements.
• Complex diary management, scheduling and coordinating Senior Leadership and Board meetings
• Arranging and coordinating international travel and producing detailed itineraries
• Preparing agendas and materials for Board and Committee meetings
• Relationship Management; working in collaboration with the Chief of Staff to support maintaining key executive-level relationships
• Expenses management
• Event management (external and internal, including senior leadership meetings and activities, staff webinars, staff socials and celebrations)
• Project Management; supporting on a range of strategic projects and initiatives

Experience and Qualifications:

• 5 years + experience of working with a CEO / President
• Excellent MS Office knowledge
• Experience in using SharePoint
• Outstanding planning and time management skills.
• Excellent communications skills (written and spoken)
• Used to working with discretion with respect for confidentiality
• Ambitious, professional and excited to work with a collaborative, high performing team
• Willing to travel

Salary:  £60,000 - £65,000 plus excellent benefits package and hybrid working model.

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