Description:
We are seeking a highly organised, discreet and proactive Executive Assistant to support the CEO across both corporate and personal responsibilities. This is a trusted role requiring excellent judgement, flexibility and the ability to manage a broad range of priorities in a fast-paced environment.
The position will provide approximately 50% corporate executive support and 50% personal support, ensuring the CEO’s professional and personal commitments are managed seamlessly and efficiently.
Responsibilities
Corporate Executive Support
- Manage the CEO’s business calendar, meetings and travel arrangements.
- Coordinate internal and external meetings, including preparation of agendas and materials.
- Act as a key point of contact between the CEO and senior stakeholders.
- Support preparation of presentations, reports and correspondence.
- Assist with board, investor and leadership meeting logistics where required.
- Ensure effective prioritisation of business commitments and follow-ups.
Personal Support
- Manage personal scheduling and diary commitments.
- Coordinate personal travel, appointments and arrangements.
- Assist with personal administration and organisation as required.
- Liaise with external providers and personal contacts on behalf of the CEO.
- Provide general support to ensure smooth day-to-day management of personal commitments
Qualifications
- Previous experience supporting a CEO, ideally within an international business
- Willing to work in Surrey (Chobham) and London.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with a particular emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
- High level of discretion and confidentiality.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to anticipate needs and work proactively.
- Flexible and adaptable approach.
- Experience working for a HNWI or as a Lifestyle Manager would be beneficial in this role
- Foreign languages are not essential but would be an advantage
- Excellent communication and influencing skills both oral and in writing, to deal with difficult queries and to explain issues with a high level of tact, patience, and diplomacy.
- Sound common sense, judgment and sensitivity when dealing with difficult and contentious issues.
- Computer literacy and good keyboard skills (Microsoft applications) with advanced skills in Word, PowerPoint and excel.
- Ability to multitask, manage priorities and apply judgement to ensure high standards are maintained and deadlines are met