EA to Founder | 8-Month Contract
Shoreditch |Office-Based | 55k
Maternity Cover (until August 2026)
Our client, a highly regarded and design-led boutique architectural studio, is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support their Founder on an 8-month maternity contract. This is a fully office-based position and an excellent opportunity for a proactive, polished EA who thrives in a creative and fast-moving environment. This role is a true right-hand role, and we’re seeking an experienced, client-facing, and dynamic EA who can step into this ambassadorial role seamlessly. The founder would love candidates with architecture experience ideally but would consider someone from adjacent industries/environments too.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive diary and travel management
* Support strategic initiatives and help identify opportunities for operational improvement
* Prepare meeting packs, take minutes, and track actions
* Build and nurture strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
* Manage the Founder’s inbox and communications
* Handle personal support, including diary management, social arrangements, and ad hoc errands
* Coordinate household logistics such as vehicle servicing and gift purchasing
* Oversee day-to-day studio management
About You
* Proven experience as an Executive Assistant at senior or Founder level
* Experience within architecture or design is advantageous
* Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
* Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactively steps ahead
* Calm, composed, and solutions-focused, with a “no task too small” approach
* Discreet, service-driven, and able to manage competing priorities effectively
This is a wonderful opportunity to play a key role at the centre of an inspiring architectural practice, providing both business and personal support to a dynamic Founder.
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