Executive Assistant

Job title:

Executive Assistant

Company

Lily Shippen

Job description

Executive Assistant to CEO – Global Tech Business – Temporary (Up to 8 Weeks)Location: Primarily Remote (with flexibility to work in London as required)
Salary: £28 – £35 per hour (DOE)We are urgently seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the CEO of a fast-growing, innovative global tech business on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned EA who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys a challenging, ambassadorial role.The successful candidate will be ready to hit the ground running, ensuring seamless coordination and communication across the organisation. Immediate availability is essential, with no planned holidays during the 8-week assignment.Key Responsibilities

• Diary and Inbox Management: Proactively manage the CEO’s calendar and emails, coordinating across multiple time zones.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing enquiries and relaying information.
• Travel Management: Arrange complex global travel itineraries and logistics, ensuring all details are managed seamlessly.
• Meeting Preparation: Prepare meeting agendas, collate documentation, and take minutes, following up on action items.
• Project Support: Assist with managing projects and coordinating tasks to support the CEO’s initiatives.
• Confidentiality: Handle sensitive information and discussions with the utmost discretion and confidentiality.
• Out-of-Hours Support: Provide personal and business-related support to the CEO and their family when required.
• Meeting Attendance: Attend meetings with the CEO, ensuring thorough preparation and effective follow-through.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant to C-Suite executives, preferably within a global organisation.
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English is highly desirable.
• Exceptional organisational skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• High levels of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive matters.

Details and Benefits

• Contract: Temporary (up to 8 weeks, no holidays during this period).
• Working Arrangement: Primarily remote, with flexibility to work in the office when the CEO is in London.
• Salary: £28 – £35 per hour, dependent on experience.

Lily Shippen’s business support team are experts in recruiting top-tier administrative talent, including Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants, Private PAs, Office Managers, and Chief of Staff positions. We specialise in placing exceptional candidates in temporary, permanent, and fixed-term contract roles. Our expertise extends across various industries, including technology, creative, financial services, and professional services, supporting businesses in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, and Sheffield, as well as remote and international locations.Whether you’re hiring for a temporary Executive Assistant in a high-growth tech company or seeking Chief of Staff recruitment for a startup, we are here to help. Additionally, we provide support for HR roles, ensuring you find the right talent to meet your organisational needs.

Expected salary

£28 – 35 per hour

Location

London

Job date

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 00:36:02 GMT

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