235 Executive Support jobs in the United Kingdom

Responsibilities:

• Provide efficient, modern and appropriate administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team, through direct support to an Executive Director and through line management of two Executive Support Officers.
• Act as trusted a partner and adviser to an Executive Director, supporting them to make well-informed operational and policy decisions.
• Drive forward and champion the priorities and policy objectives of the Directorate, both within the Directorate and across the organisation.
• Develop strong relationships with senior officers and colleagues across the organisation, working strategically to ensure Executive Directors are fully briefed, organised and equipped for day-to-day management of the organisation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Chief Executive's division; internal communications, policy, strategic transformation to support the Senior Leadership Team to model best practice and be ambassadors for culture change.
• Support the smooth operation of the Directorate, utilising strong understanding of directorate priorities to forward plan agendas, ensure key actions are followed up, synthesise and understand complex information relating the business of the directorate.
• Coordinate and oversee key corporate activity within the Directorate, taking responsibility for the implementation of efficient, organised and user friendly processes that are aligned with the wider organisation.

Desirable:

Ideally have experience in the Adult Social Care field and is familiar with CQC inspection process.

Responsibilities:

• Provide efficient, modern and appropriate administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team, through direct support to an Executive Director and through line management of two Executive Support Officers.
• Act as trusted a partner and adviser to an Executive Director, supporting them to make well-informed operational and policy decisions.
• Drive forward and champion the priorities and policy objectives of the Directorate, both within the Directorate and across the organisation.
• Develop strong relationships with senior officers and colleagues across the organisation, working strategically to ensure Executive Directors are fully briefed, organised and equipped for day-to-day management of the organisation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Chief Executive's division; internal communications, policy, strategic transformation to support the Senior Leadership Team to model best practice and be ambassadors for culture change.
• Support the smooth operation of the Directorate, utilising strong understanding of directorate priorities to forward plan agendas, ensure key actions are followed up, synthesise and understand complex information relating the business of the directorate.
• Coordinate and oversee key corporate activity within the Directorate, taking responsibility for the implementation of efficient, organised and user friendly processes that are aligned with the wider organisation.

Desirable:

Ideally have experience in the Adult Social Care field and is familiar with CQC inspection process.

Executive Support Manager

Location: 1 Catford Road, Catford, London, SE6 4RU
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 6+ Months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £24.35 per hour 
Job Ref: OR13331
 
Job Responsibilities

• Provide efficient, modern, and appropriate administrative support to the Council’s Senior Leadership Team through direct support to an Executive Director and line management of two Executive Support Officers.

• Act as a trusted partner and adviser to an Executive Director, aiding in well-informed operational and policy decisions.

• Drive forward and champion the priorities and policy objectives of the Directorate, both within the Directorate and across the organisation.

• Develop strong relationships with senior officers and colleagues across the Council, working strategically to ensure Executive Directors are fully briefed, organised, and equipped for day-to-day management of the organisation.

• Collaborate with colleagues across the Chief Executive’s division, including internal communications, policy, and strategic transformation, to support the Senior Leadership Team in modeling best practices and being ambassadors for culture change.

• Support the smooth operation of the Directorate by forward planning agendas, ensuring key actions are followed up, and synthesising and understanding complex information related to the business of the directorate.

• Coordinate and oversee key corporate activity within the Directorate, implementing efficient, organised, and user-friendly processes aligned with the wider organisation.

Person Specifications

• Experience as an Executive Assistant, ideally within the field of Adult Social Care & Health.

• Familiarity with the CQC inspection process is advantageous but not essential.

• Strong understanding of directorate priorities and the ability to plan strategically.

• Excellent relationship-building skills with senior officers and colleagues.

• Ability to act as a trusted partner and adviser to senior leadership.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

• Proven experience in driving forward policy objectives and supporting culture change initiatives.

 
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We are essentially looking for an experienced EA to support the Executive Director of Adult Social Care & Health. Ideally this person will have experience in this field and be familiar with the CQC inspection process. However, this is not an essential criteria.

Provide efficient, modern and appropriate administrative support to the Councils Senior Leadership Team, through direct support to an Execu.

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We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive Executive Support Manager to lead a first-class executive office and provide high-impact support to the Executive Director of Environment & Communities and their Departmental Management Team (DMT). This strategic role blends executive assistance, people leadership, governance coordination, and project delivery to enable the Directorate to perform at its best.

Act as Executive Assistant to the Executive Director, managing a smooth-running and responsive executive office.

Draft and quality-assure high-level correspondence, briefings, reports, and presentations for senior officers, Members, and stakeholders.

Manage diary commitments, ensure timely responses to urgent matters, and maintain oversight of key Directorate priorities.

Line manage a network of Personal Assistants (PAs) supporting three Directors and three Heads of Service.

Provide effective leadership, clear objectives, development planning, performance monitoring, and wellbeing support for 2–4 direct reports.

Foster a collaborative, high-performing PA community with shared standards and best practice.

Coordinate high-level meetings including Cabinet Member briefings, DMT meetings, budget-holder reviews, and cross-departmental governance forums.

Manage agendas, prepare and distribute papers, record decisions and actions, and monitor delivery.

Oversee the production and submission of Cabinet Member Reports, Operational Reports, and Scrutiny Papers, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.

Present updates to senior internal forums as needed.

Significant experience supporting senior executives in a fast-paced, complex organisation.

Proven ability to lead and manage people, including performance, development, and wellbeing.

Strong track record in project delivery, from initial scoping through to evaluation.

Excellent verbal and written communication, with experience producing briefings, minutes, and reports for senior audiences.

Politically astute, with the ability to influence and engage across all levels of an organisation.

High standards of integrity and discretion, with a clear understanding of confidentiality and sensitive data handling.

Digital proficiency, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and confidence in using digital tools and data platforms.

Relevant qualifications in Business Administration , Executive Support , or equivalent professional experience.

• Job Title:  Office Manager / Executive Support 
• Location:  Hertford, Herts
• Salary:  £30,000 - £35,000 per annum 
• Contract:   FTC (12 Month Maternity Contract)/ Full-time, Monday -Friday, 37 hours per week / Some flexibility maybe required
• (Monday-Thursday, 9am-5:30pm & Friday, 9am – 5pm) 

Office Manager / Executive Support:

• Do you have previous experience working in a busy office environment, providing a range of administrative support?
• Does a varied role, where you’ll work closely with the senior leadership
• team and also assist with property maintenance and various duties 
• appeal to you?
• Would you feel confident managing the day-to-day operations of a business?
• Do you have some HR experience and the ability to support HR-related processes?
• Are you proactive, well-organised, detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of managing a wide range of office tasks?
• Does the opportunity to join a highly established, friendly, family-run business, which are a market leader in its field, on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover, sound of interest to you?

If you answered “yes” to some of the above, we’d love to hear from you!

Our Client: 

Our client is an award winning, highly established and industry-leading grocery importer who supplies a range of sectors and operates across the UK and Europe. 

Job Role: 

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Office Manager/Executive  Assistant  to support the smooth running of our client’s fastpaced office  environment on a 12 month FTC (Fixed term contract). This role will  provide essential administrative and executive support to senior leadership and is key  to maintaining the day-to-day operations of the business. The ideal candidate will be     detailoriented, adaptable, and capable of quickly managing a wide range of office task.

This is an office based, 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.

Key Responsibilities:

Office & Administration

Manage all daily office operations to ensure a productive and professional working environment

Implement and maintain administrative systems, procedures, and policies across the business.

Oversee procurement and stock management of office supplies, IT equipment, and cleaning & kitchen resources.

Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations; act as Fire Warden, monitor equipment, and maintain records.

Handle correspondence, queries, and complaints with professionalism and discretion.

HR & People Support

Support HR processes including drafting employee contracts, preparing induction  programmes, and managing new starter documentation.

Maintain accurate personnel records, track absences, and prepare HR reports.

Coordinate recruitment activities, including scheduling interviews and liaising with  candidates.

Support staff engagement through the organisation of company events, social activities, and team-building initiatives.

Finance & Compliance

Process invoices, track expenses, and manage office budgets.

Assist with payroll changes, pensions, and employee health benefit administration.

Oversee company insurance renewals 

Maintain accurate financial and compliance records in coordination with the finance team.

Assist with end of year tax returns

Executive & Senior Management Support

Provide high-level support to company directors, including ad hoc executive duties, diary support, and project coordination.

Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence for senior management.

Attend leadership meetings, produce accurate minutes, and follow up on actions.

Supervise and support administrative staff to ensure high standards of performance and efficiency.

Property & Estate Management

Coordinate the maintenance, repairs, and servicing of company-owned properties.

Oversee rental tracking, tenant communication, and contractor liaison.

Manage utilities, service providers, and insurance renewals across multiple buildings.

Act as primary contact for propertyrelated emergencies, including building alarm  monitoring.

Organise upkeep and servicing of company car fleet, including leases, insurance, and breakdown cover.

Support management of the company’s overseas residence in Portugal, including  utilities, insurance, local service providers, maintenance scheduling, and seasonal  preparation for director visits.

Travel & Events

Organise travel, transport, and accommodation for staff and executives.

Plan and deliver company events, including corporate functions, parties, and staff  socials.

Skills: 

Highly organised, accurate, and detail-focused

Proactive, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities effectively

An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills

Experienced in HR practices and processes

Confident in managing office operations

Benefits: 

Competitive salary 

Finish early on a Friday 

33 days holiday (includes bank holidays)

Company Pension scheme

A supportive and friendly team environment 

Casual dress Fridays

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Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an Executive Support Team Leader for a Local Authority Client in East London.

In this role you will lead the Executive Support Team to deliver high-quality support to the Corporate Leadership Team and drive service improvements.

Duties:

• Lead and manage the Executive Support Team, setting objectives, monitoring performance and developing staff.
• Deliver high-quality executive support for the Chief Executive and Corporate Leadership Team, including diary, meetings, correspondence and projects.
• Drive service improvements and efficiencies, making best use of technology, processes and resources.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, collaboration and professional service delivery.

Qualifications and Experience:

The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience:

• Proven experience managing and developing teams in a fast-paced, complex organisation.
• Strong track record of working with senior leaders and stakeholders, including handling sensitive information.
• Experience driving service improvements and implementing new processes or systems.
• Budget management and advanced IT skills, with confidence using Microsoft Office and business systems.

What's on offer:

Salary: 40ph

*may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience*

Contract type: 3-6 months minimum, with a high likelihood of extension

Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

How to apply:

• Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted.
• Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
• For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on (phone number removed).

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• Manage and coordinate complex calendars, scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for senior executives.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, presentations, and reports with a high degree of accuracy.
• Screen and prioritize incoming communications, including emails and phone calls, ensuring timely responses.
• Organize and manage internal and external meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and tracking action items.
• Coordinate travel logistics, including booking flights, accommodation, and ground transportation, and preparing itineraries.
• Maintain confidential files and records with utmost discretion.
• Conduct research and compile data as required for various projects and initiatives.
• Liaise with internal departments and external contacts to facilitate smooth communication and workflow.
• Manage office supplies and coordinate with vendors for office services.
• Assist with event planning and execution for team or client-related functions.
• Provide general administrative support to the executive team as needed.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and efficiency.

• Proven experience as an Administrative Officer, Executive Assistant, or in a similar administrative support role.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive attitude and strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience in a professional services or corporate environment is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with CRM systems or other database management tools is a plus.
• A professional and polished demeanor.