Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant
Full-time | Permanent
Salary: c. £60,000-£70,000 DOE
Location: North London (5 days per week, office-based)
Hours: 09:00-18:00
Start Date: ASAP (flexible for the right candidate)
 
About the Role
 
One of our private clients is looking to appoint an experienced, highly organised  Executive Assistant to support the Principal/Founder and their Senior Executive Assistant, plus adhoc support to the wider Senior Leadership team.  
 
The organisation is a philanthropic, non-profit start-up of around 30 people, working in a collaborative, holistic and non-hierarchical environment. 
Candidates must genuinely resonate with these values, and demonstrate an open-minded, holistic mindset. 
 
Key Responsibilities

• Managing complex and overlapping calendars 
• Acting as a central coordination point for scheduling, communication, and information sharing
• Organising files, documents, and leadership materials to a high standard
• Supporting building management and ensuring all operational aspects of the office run smoothly
• Assisting with ad hoc projects and leadership initiatives as required
• Supporting the planning and coordination of meetings and events
• Providing occasional travel support when needed
• Maintaining a calm, solutions-focused approach in a fast-moving environment

This is a genuinely hands-on role, suited to someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in operational excellence, and is comfortable rolling up their sleeves when required.
 
 
About You
 
You will bring:

• 2-3+ years' experience in an Executive Assistant role
• An undergraduate degree
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong grammar and proofreading abilities.
• Proven ability to prioritise, juggle multiple workstreams, and adapt to changing needs
• Experience supporting the planning and coordination of events
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent organisational standards
• High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills
• A flexible, hands-on working style with a "no job is too big or too small" mindset
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• A collaborative, positive attitude and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, purpose-led organisation
• A genuine affinity with the organisation's mission, values, and way of working