Overview
Executive Assistant to Head of Programme
Location: Raynesway, Derby (Jubilee House)
Contract: 6-month contract (with potential to go temp-to-perm)
Rate: £36,000 - £43,000 (dependent on experience and level)
Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern: Hybrid - currently 3 days office / 2 days home, moving to 2 days office / 3 days home
Clearance: BPSS, DBS & full referencing required
Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive Executive Assistant support including complex diary management, inbox management, and meeting coordination
* Act as a key liaison between the Head of Programme and senior internal stakeholders, including executive leadership and engineering teams
* Coordinate programme and governance meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and track actions
* Manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion
* Support programme activities by ensuring timely communication and information flow
* Arrange travel, accommodation, and expenses
* Build strong relationships across engineering, programme delivery, and executive teams
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior or executive-level leaders
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Experience working in fast-paced, complex, or regulated environments
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
* Ability to work proactively, anticipate needs, and manage competing priorities
* Immediate availability or no notice period strongly preferred
Desirable Experience
* Background in nuclear, utilities, rail, or engineering-led organisations
* Experience supporting large-scale programmes or technical leadership teams
Additional Information
* Initial contract: 6 months
* Potential temp-to-perm salary: £36,000 - £43,000 (dependent on experience and level)
* Location: Raynesway, Derby (Jubilee House)
* Reporting line: Head of Programme (reporting into the CEO)
* Interviews: Scheduled for the New Year
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