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Executive assistant

Southampton
Temporary
Hays
Executive assistant
Posted: 19 May
Offer description

Your newpany

Join a well-established and growing organisation within the construction and infrastructure sector, employing over 300 people across the UK. The business plays a key role in delivering multi-utility and infrastructure projects and prides itself on a collaborative, fast-paced working culture.
You will be based full-time on-site in a modern office environment, working closely with a highly engaged senior leadership team and contributing directly to the smooth running of the business.

Your new role

As an Interim Executive Assistant, you will provide high-level, proactive support to the Managing Director and senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role, ensuring the seamless coordination of leadership activities during a period of transition.
Key responsibilities will include:
1. Managing multiple senior inboxes, prioritisingmunications and ensuring timely responses
2. Coordinatingplex diaries, meetings, site visits, and schedules across several Directors.
3. Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
4. Preparing board packs, reports, and presentations to a high standard
5. Attending meetings, taking minutes, and ensuring all actions are tracked and delivered
6. Supporting leadership events and internal engagement activities
7. Coordinating travel, logistics, and operational requirements for Directors
8. Maintaining structured systems and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency
This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where you will act as the central hub for leadership coordination, enabling senior stakeholders to focus on strategic objectives and operational delivery.

What you'll need to succeed

To thrive in this role, you will be an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant with the confidence to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
You will bring:
9. Proven experience supporting senior leadership or board-level stakeholders
10. Strong experience managing multiple diaries and inboxes simultaneously
11. Exceptional organisation, prioritisation, and time-management skills
12. The ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
13. Excellentmunication skills, with a professional and confident approach
14. A proactive mindset, with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative
15. High levels of discretion and integrity when handling sensitive information
Experience within construction, infrastructure, engineering, or a similar fast-paced sector would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return

16. Immediate start with a defined 3-month interim contract
17. Opportunity to work closely with a senior leadership team, gaining valuable exposure
18. A varied and impactful role where no two days are the same
19. Full-time, office-based role with on-site parking available
20. Potential opportunity to be considered for a permanent position

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