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Executive Assistant

Job Posted: 15 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Plymouth

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

Executive Assistant 
 
Location: Plymouth City Centre (Hybrid – 1 day per week in the office, more if preferred)
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday–Friday, flexible working available)
Contract: 6-month initally with strong potential to become permanent
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role
  
 We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant on behalf of our client to provide comprehensive support to the Chief Executive and Executive Leadership Team (ELT). This is a pivotal role, ensuring the smooth running of executive operations, governance processes, and key organisational activities.

 This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EA who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working at a senior level with a high degree of autonomy.

Key Responsibilities
  
 Executive Support

Provide high-level administrative support to the CEO and ELT, including complex diary management
Coordinate meetings, events, and travel arrangements
Prepare briefings, presentations, and formal communications
Act as the first point of contact for the CEO, managing correspondence and enquiries
Maintain and oversee organisational calendars and scheduling
Governance & Board Support

Organise and support Board and Committee meetings (agenda preparation, minute-taking, action tracking)
Coordinate Board papers and ensure timely distribution
Maintain governance documentation and Board portals
Support compliance with Companies House, Charity Commission, and other regulatory requirements
Assist with trustee appointments, inductions, and Board development
 ELT Coordination

Coordinate ELT meetings, including agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions
Monitor progress against organisational priorities and workplans
Support cross-functional communication and project coordination
 Wider Administration

Support organisation-wide events and key business activities
Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation
Assist with ongoing projects and business improvements
  
 About You

Essential Skills & Experience

Experience providing executive or senior-level administrative support
Exceptional organisational and diary management skills
Experience preparing agendas, taking minutes, and managing action logs
Strong ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced IT skills, including Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools
Confidence using AI-assisted tools to improve efficiency
Comfortable working in a hybrid/remote environment
 Desirable

Experience within a charity, not-for-profit, or public sector organisation
Understanding of governance and regulatory requirements
Experience supporting Boards or senior leadership teams
Personal Attributes

Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently
Calm, adaptable, and able to manage competing priorities
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Collaborative, with excellent interpersonal skills
Professional and credible, with the ability to build trusted relationships
  
 Why Apply?

Hybrid working with flexibility to suit your lifestyle
Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence organisational effectiveness
Varied and impactful role within a purpose-driven environment
Potential for a long-term, permanent opportunity 
 If you’re an experienced Executive Assistant looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
Please APPLY today or contact Chelsea Goodman in the Pertemps Plymouth office.

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