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Executive Assistant

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 24 - 25 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Godalming, Surrey

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and organisational support to the Leadership Team within a fast-paced, growing consultancy. This is a key role supporting senior stakeholders, suited to a proactive and confident individual who can manage competing priorities, anticipate needs, and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Job Title:             Executive Assistant

Job Type:             Temporary

Location:             Godalming, Surrey

Salary:                  £24 – 25 per hour

Reference no:   16060

Executive Assistant – Benefits

25 days holiday (pro-rated)
	
Pension (4% employee, 5% employer)
	
Life insurance (4x salary)
	
Private healthcare and income protection (post-probation)
	
Employee Assistance Programme
	
Up to 10% discretionary bonus

Executive Assistant – About The Role

Managing complex diaries and coordinating schedules for senior leaders
	
Acting as a key point of contact, managing emails, calls, and correspondence
	
Preparing agendas, presentations, and briefing materials for meetings
	
Handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion
	
Coordinating travel arrangements, including itineraries and logistics
	
Supporting internal and external communications
	
Assisting with corporate events, off-sites, and meetings
	
Providing operational and administrative support to the Leadership Team
	
Supporting process improvements and general office administration

The successful Executive Assistant will have:

3–5+ years’ experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leadership
	
Proven experience managing complex diaries in a fast-paced environment
	
Strong organisational and time management skills with excellent attention to detail
	
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
	
High level of discretion and professionalism
	
Proactive approach with the ability to work independently
	
Strong Microsoft Office / O365 skill
	
Experience in a fast-paced or high-growth environment

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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