Executive Assistant

Location:Guildford
Salary:£45,000 – £55,000 per annum
Type:Permanent
Sector:Admin & Office Support

Are you a proactive, detail-driven Executive Assistant looking to make a real impact at senior level? We’re seeking a professional and highly organised individual to support a dynamic leadership team, including the CEO and CFO.

This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performing environment where no two days are the same. You’ll be the go-to person for diary management, coordinating travel, preparing board packs, and organising key meetings and events. You’ll also play a hands-on role in corporate hospitality and cross-business support, working alongside a collaborative and friendly team. 

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Competitive Salary (£40,000 – £45,000)
  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays (Increases after 5 years upto a maximum of 30 days)
  • Free Onsite Parking & Electric Car Charging (Guildford)
  • Private Medical Insurance + Medicash Healthcare Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Annual Bonus (Target 7.5% of base salary in FY25)
  • Life Assurance (4x basic salary)
  • Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (5% Employer / 5% Employee)

What You’ll Be Doing:

Executive Support

  • Provide dedicated PA support to the CEO, CFO and other senior leaders.
  • Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, calls, and site visits.
  • Liaise with external partners, investors, and stakeholders.
  • Prepare board documents and take accurate minutes for senior meetings.

Travel & Events

  • Organise UK and international travel and accommodation for directors.
  • Coordinate logistics for board meetings, strategy away days, and company webinars.
  • Support the CEO with speaking engagements and external appointments.

Senior-Level Administration

  • Manage purchase orders, expenses, and invoices.
  • Organise gifts, charitable donations, and one-off director requests.
  • Compile high-quality presentations and board materials.

Team & Office Support

  • Collaborate with the Business Support team on reception cover, post, stationery, and meeting room setup.
  • Help coordinate company-wide events, hospitality and day-to-day operational support.
  • Act as a flexible support to other teams when needed.

About You:

  • Previous experience supporting senior executives or C-suite leaders.
  • Highly organised, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure.
  • Strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
  • Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint.
  • Comfortable managing sensitive information with discretion.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to own transport.

You’ll Love This Role If You…

  • Thrive in a varied, high-trust environment.
  • Are naturally proactive and like staying one step ahead.
  • Take pride in being the person people depend on.
  • Want to be part of a supportive, values-led organisation.

 

Ready to be the right hand to senior leadership and play a central role in driving success?
Apply now and bring your energy, organisation, and expertise to a role where your impact will truly matter.

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