Executive Assistant (Maternity Cover, 12 Months)
Location: London (Office-based, 5 days/week)
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Start Date: August 2024
About Us:
We are a boutique global design firm renowned for delivering exceptional architecture and interiors across residential, hotel, workplace, and cultural sectors. With a collaborative and integrated approach, we operate across multiple regions with a strong focus on client relationships and design excellence.
The Role:
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to our busy, entrepreneurial CEO during a 12-month maternity cover period. This role offers the opportunity to act as the CEO’s true right hand, managing a complex diary and travel schedule while ensuring seamless business and personal support. The CEO travels frequently and relies heavily on their EA for both strategic and operational assistance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage CEO diary, travel arrangements, and meeting preparations including agendas and minutes
* Act as a trusted partner, anticipating needs and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
* Assist in aligning strategic initiatives and identifying areas for business improvement
* Support broader studio communications and administration
* Coordinate and manage client and internal events
* Handle confidential personal and household matters for the CEO
* Liaise with staff, contractors, and external partners to maintain studio operations
* Assist with marketing and business development activities as needed
Candidate Profile:
* Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant, preferably within architecture, property, or a professional services environment
* Exceptional multitasking, communication, and time-management skills
* Detail-oriented, resourceful, proactive, and able to work under pressure
* Comfortable supporting a high-profile, entrepreneurial leader with frequent travel commitments
* Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
* Comfortable working fully onsite, 5 days a week
Why Join Us:
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic, award-winning firm, contributing to both business and personal support functions at a senior level. You will be part of a collaborative team with strong values and a commitment to excellence, playing a key role as the CEO’s indispensable right hand.