Executive Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant to support the Senior Leadership Team on a temporary basis whilst they recruit permanently. Due to start immediately, we are looking for someone who is immediately available to interview early next week and start mid week for a handover.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing executive assistance to the CEO and CFO, including the coordination of a confidential calendar, managing requests for attendance, travel arrangements, meeting and event coordination, and ensuring the effective use of CEO’s time. A high level of confidentiality and discretion will be essential in all aspects of your work. While the primary focus will be supporting the CEO, there may be occasional support required for other directors.

The role is hybrid, with 2 – 3 days in the Northampton office, however during the handover you will need to be in the office more.

About You

• Experience in supporting senior stakeholders: Demonstrable experience providing high-level administrative support to senior executives, effectively managing their needs and priorities.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities seamlessly.
• Complex diary management with the proven ability to manage intricate and demanding diaries, coordinating meetings, travel, and events efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Meticulous in managing itineraries and all related logistics, ensuring everything is in order.
• Collaborative and flexible, always ready to support colleagues and contribute to team success.

Person Specification

• Proactive and able to take initiative, with a strong ability to work independently while also thriving in a team environment.
• Tact and diplomacy - Diplomatic and professional, with the ability to navigate sensitive situations with care and discretion.
• Managing complex workloads, consistently delivering quality results within tight deadlines.
• Anticipates needs and plans ahead to ensure smooth operations and the successful delivery of tasks.

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