114 Executive Assistant jobs in London
Executive Assistant & Administrative Support
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Our Mission
Apax is a multi-award-winning, values-driven, non-profit social enterprise. Our mission "We strive for excellence to improve ourselves, transform services, enhance lives and advance society" plays centre stage. We take a collaborative and consultative approach that values and appreciates the contribution and enthusiasm of our team to make a difference to our organisation and to the lives of disadvantaged people.
About the Team
With a thirst for knowledge and a drive to challenge the status quo, learning and innovation have become part of our identity as we work to advance the mental health services landscape. We are full of life and enthusiasm for the care of our residents, and we drive this outlook throughout the entire organisation. As a certified Great Place to Work , this recognition reflects our commitment to fostering a positive and supportive workplace. It’s important to us that any candidate joining our team aligns with our culture and lives our corporate values. For more information about who we are please visit our careers.apax.org.uk and apax.org.uk .
Role Overview
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant & Administrative Support to ensure the smooth operation of the CEO’s office while also providing structured support to the Marketing & Project Growth Leader. Responsibilities span business, operational, and personal support for the CEO, alongside assistance with marketing logistics, events, communications, and documentation. The ideal candidate will be a highly experienced administrator with a natural talent for organisation, a sharp eye for detail, and a genuine enjoyment of administrative work.
This role is ideal for someone who truly enjoys administrative work and takes pride in being highly organised, dependable and thrives on structure, accuracy, and being the steady backbone of an organisation. We are looking for a career administrator who values stability and excellence by being the “go-to” reliable support. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organisational skills with least four (4) years PA/EA experience. This position suits someone who is motivated by supporting leadership, and keeping operations running smoothly — and who finds long-term satisfaction in these responsibilities and open to growing within the role.
This is a full-time role, 37.5 hours/week between the hours of 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday, with occasional out of hours work required.
Key Requirements
Job related professional qualification
Undergraduate degree
Advanced Microsoft Office suite skills with extensive demonstrable experience of Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Outstanding IT and digital skills
Excellent organisation and planning skills to manage a busy workload, often with conflicting priorities
Strong communication skills with the ability to accurately summarise and convey complex information to a range of audiences with impact and clarity
A can-do, proactive approach with the willingness to
4+ years’ experience managing professional social media platforms
4+ years’ experience supporting C-Level Executives
4+ years’ experience of providing business, administration, minute taking, and management assistance at a senior level across organisations
4+ years’ experience writing business reports and designing presentations using PowerPoint or Canva
Employee Benefits
You will be joining a friendly, kind and joyful company culture whilst working as part of a next-generation digitalised company. Full details of the Employee Benefits will be provided during the interviewing process.
Healthcare & Wellness : Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, health and wellness discounts.
Financial & Retirement : Pension scheme, referral scheme, season ticket loans, Cycle Scheme and Tech Scheme.
Holidays & Time Off : up to 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, buying leave, compassionate & bereavement leave, life events leave eg time off for birthday or moving home.
Learning & Education : Learning & Development Framework, Learners Academy, Leadership Academy, education grant, study leave.
Family & Parenting : Generous maternity and paternity leave, paid parental leave.
Flexible Working : Flexi start, hybrid working between home and office.
Welfare & Wellbeing : Mental well-being days, sick pay scheme, team building activities.
Other benefits : complimentary breakfast and refreshments, free parking, and well-being activities.
Our approach to recruitment is competency and values-based, whereby applicants should be able to demonstrate the organisation's values and principles. We are a strong believer that an organisation is only as good as its people and partners who are its greatest strength. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Executive Assistant
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The Firm
A Top 40, International law firm are seeking an Executive Assistant to support their Litigation department in their City of London office.
The Opportunity
The successful Executive Assistant will provide Fee Earners with effective, pro-active, professional and high quality Executive Assistant support. You must demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and an ability to use your initiative at all times. Duties to include:
- Managing and maintaining Partner and Fee Earners' diaries, making appointments and coordinating internal and external client meetings
- Arranging the booking of meeting rooms, video conference facilities, cars, refreshments, restaurants etc.
- Management of Fee Earners' inboxes when they are out of the office, monitoring and responding to post and/or emails
- Organising travel arrangements, booking and confirmation of reservations, flights, hotels, car transfers, ordering currency and expense claims and producing detailed itineraries
- Typing and drafting client correspondence
- Preparation of agendas, presentations and meeting papers, including print production
- Coordinating the billing process on behalf of the Fee Earners'
- Ensure all new client matter/onboarding processes are completed accurately
This Executive Assistant opportunity is a full time, permanent role, working Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm
The Requirements
- Previous experience in a Legal PA/Executive Assistant role is essential
- Experience supporting a Litigation team within a law firm
- Strong skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Vacancy Highlights
- Hybrid working (3 days based in the office and 2 days working from home)
- Excellent benefits package
To be considered for this opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.
Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Executive Assistant
Posted 8 days ago
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The Firm
A Top 40, International law firm are seeking an Executive Assistant to support their Corporate department in their City of London office.
The Opportunity
The successful Executive Assistant will provide Fee Earners with effective, pro-active, professional and high quality Executive Assistant support. You must demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and an ability to use your initiative at all times. Duties to include:
- Managing and maintaining Partner and Fee Earners' diaries, making appointments and coordinating internal and external client meetings
- Arranging the booking of meeting rooms, video conference facilities, cars, refreshments, restaurants etc.
- Management of Fee Earners' inboxes when they are out of the office, monitoring and responding to post and/or emails
- Organising travel arrangements, booking and confirmation of reservations, flights, hotels, car transfers, ordering currency and expense claims and producing detailed itineraries
- Typing and drafting client correspondence
- Preparation of agendas, presentations and meeting papers, including print production
- Coordinating the billing process on behalf of the Fee Earners'
- Ensure all new client matter/onboarding processes are completed accurately
This Executive Assistant opportunity is a full time, permanent role, working Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm
The Requirements
- Previous experience in a Legal PA/Executive Assistant role is essential
- Experience supporting a Corporate team within a law firm
- Strong skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Vacancy Highlights
- Hybrid working (3 days based in the office and 2 days working from home)
- Excellent benefits package
To be considered for this opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.
Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Executive Assistant
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The Firm
A Top 40, International law firm are seeking an Executive Assistant to support their Real Estate department in their City of London office.
The Opportunity
The successful Executive Assistant will provide Fee Earners with effective, pro-active, professional and high quality Executive Assistant support. You must demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and an ability to use your initiative at all times. Duties to include:
- Managing and maintaining Partner and Fee Earners' diaries, making appointments and coordinating internal and external client meetings
- Arranging the booking of meeting rooms, video conference facilities, cars, refreshments, restaurants etc.
- Management of Fee Earners' inboxes when they are out of the office, monitoring and responding to post and/or emails
- Organising travel arrangements, booking and confirmation of reservations, flights, hotels, car transfers, ordering currency and expense claims and producing detailed itineraries
- Typing and drafting client correspondence
- Preparation of agendas, presentations and meeting papers, including print production
- Coordinating the billing process on behalf of the Fee Earners'
- Ensure all new client matter/onboarding processes are completed accurately
This Executive Assistant opportunity is a full time, permanent role, working Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm
The Requirements
- Previous experience in a Legal PA/Executive Assistant role is essential
- Experience supporting a Real Estate team within a law firm
- Strong skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Vacancy Highlights
- Hybrid working (3 days based in the office and 2 days working from home)
- Excellent benefits package
To be considered for this opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.
Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Executive Assistant
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The role of Executive Assistant in the financial services industry involves providing high-level administrative support to senior executives. Based in London, this position requires excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Client Details
This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the financial services sector. As part of a large organisation, the company offers a professional and structured work environment with a focus on delivering excellence.
Description
As an Executive Assistant you will be:
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior executives, including managing calendars and scheduling meetings.
- Coordinate travel arrangements, including booking flights, hotels, and preparing itineraries.
- Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations as required.
- Act as a point of contact between executives and internal/external stakeholders.
- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Organise and maintain filing systems to ensure easy access to key documents.
- Assist in planning and coordinating events or meetings, ensuring all logistics are managed effectively.
- Proactively identify ways to improve administrative processes and increase efficiency.
Profile
A successful Executive Assistant should have:
- Proven experience in providing administrative support to senior executives in a corporate environment.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A high level of attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
- The ability to work independently and handle confidential matters with professionalism.
- Experience in the financial services industry is advantageous but not essential.
Job Offer
Rewarded with a general package of 65,000-85,000 and discretionary bonus.
Executive Assistant
Posted 3 days ago
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We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant with experience of working in the 3rd sector. You will be supporing an amazing charity on a 3-month temporary basis. Potential for this position to be extended dependant on business needs. The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing outstanding and wide-ranging support to the CEO and wider team.
The role of the Executive Assistant:
- Act as a main point of contact for all enquiries, screening, directing and responding to correspondence for the CEO.
- Proactive diary management.
- Organising travel and accommodation for the CEO.
- Coordinating of meetings and events.
- Preparation of monthly reports.
- Typing, proof-reading and formatting of various documents.
The successful Executive Assistant will have the following related skills / experience:
- 5+ years working a PA/EA for senior leaders
- 1 + years experience of working in the 3rd sector is essential
- Strong PA / EA experience
- Ability to multitask and prioritise workload.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
For more information, please contact Sharon Tanner or Chloe Bennett on (phone number removed)
Executive Assistant
Posted 5 days ago
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Your new company
This business is a global leader in the retail sphere with a strong legacy and multiple well-known brands under their name. With operations throughout Europe, North & Central America, and Asia, they have had a vacancy arise for an Executive Assistant to join their London HQ (West End) to support their General Counsel on a permanent contract. This role is 5 days per week in the office (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm).
Your new role
As the Executive Assistant to the General Counsel, this role will involve (but not be limited to) the following:
- Diary management across multiple time zones,
- Inbox management and prioritisation,
- Travel coordination - predominantly the United States, Europe, and China.
- Reviewing documents,
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders,
- Working alongside the wider internal EA network.
What you'll need to succeed
Prior experience as an Executive Assistant within the private sector is a necessity.
What you need to do now
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Executive Assistant
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This temporary Executive Assistant position offers an exciting opportunity to provide high-level administrative support within the not-for-profit industry. The role demands excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Client Details
The hiring company is a medium-sized organisation operating within the not-for-profit sector. They are recognised for their focus on delivering innovative solutions and maintaining a strong presence in the industry.
Description
- Manage and organise the executive's calendar, including scheduling meetings and appointments.
- Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations as required.
- Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
- Act as the first point of contact for internal and external communications.
- Maintain and update confidential files and records.
- Assist in organising events and meetings, ensuring all logistics are handled efficiently.
- Provide general administrative support to the executive and wider team as needed.
- Monitor and manage incoming emails, ensuring prompt and appropriate responses.
Profile
A successful Executive Assistant should have:
- Proven experience in a similar administrative or secretarial role.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional organisational abilities and attention to detail.
- Adaptability and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
- A professional and proactive approach to work.
Job Offer
- Competitive hourly salary of approximately 16.20 - 19.80, based on experience.
- Opportunity to work within the energy and natural resources industry.
- Temporary position providing valuable experience and networking opportunities.
- Supportive working environment with a focus on collaboration and efficiency.
If this Executive Assistant position aligns with your skills and career goals, we encourage you to apply and join a respected organisation in this dynamic industry.
Executive Assistant
Posted 8 days ago
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The Firm
A Top 40, International law firm are seeking an Executive Assistant to support their Real Estate department in their City of London office.
The Opportunity
The successful Executive Assistant will provide Fee Earners with effective, pro-active, professional and high quality Executive Assistant support. You must demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and an ability to use your initiative at all times. Duties to include:
- Managing and maintaining Partner and Fee Earners' diaries, making appointments and coordinating internal and external client meetings
- Arranging the booking of meeting rooms, video conference facilities, cars, refreshments, restaurants etc.
- Management of Fee Earners' inboxes when they are out of the office, monitoring and responding to post and/or emails
- Organising travel arrangements, booking and confirmation of reservations, flights, hotels, car transfers, ordering currency and expense claims and producing detailed itineraries
- Typing and drafting client correspondence
- Preparation of agendas, presentations and meeting papers, including print production
- Coordinating the billing process on behalf of the Fee Earners'
- Ensure all new client matter/onboarding processes are completed accurately
This Executive Assistant opportunity is a full time, permanent role, working Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm
The Requirements
- Previous experience in a Legal PA/Executive Assistant role is essential
- Experience supporting a Real Estate team within a law firm
- Strong skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Vacancy Highlights
- Hybrid working (3 days based in the office and 2 days working from home)
- Excellent benefits package
To be considered for this opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.
Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Executive Assistant
Posted 8 days ago
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Location: White City, London
Contract Type: Temporary
Start Date: Immediate availability required
Overview:
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and project support to the NEO UKI Project Director and the wider Leadership Team. This pivotal role will ensure the smooth coordination of key meetings, events, and operational activities across the project.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactive diary management for the Project Director
- Coordination of team meetings, including agenda preparation and follow-up actions
- Organisation of internal and external events, both on-site and off-site
- Planning and support for high-profile project meetings
- Ad hoc administrative support including travel arrangements, expense processing, and correspondence
- Collaborative support to the broader NEO Leadership Team
- Co-management and mentoring of the NEO Intern
- Liaison with stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and scheduling
Requirements:
- Proven experience providing executive-level support, ideally at Director level
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational abilities, including complex diary and meeting management
- Professional, discreet, and confident in dealing with senior stakeholders
- Available immediately for interview and onboarding
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