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Senior Executive Assistant- private office

Job description

A mental health charity are looking for a Senior Executive Assistant- private office. The successful candidate will support the Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive with some support for other Executive Team members.


Key responsibilities

  • Handling confidential information.
  • Supporting the Head of the Private Office to ensure the smooth running of the function.
  • Maintaining good relations with counterparts, key stakeholders, and partners, providing hospitality to those visiting the Executive Team members at Head Office.
  • Provide diary management for the Chief and Deputy Chief Executive, including organising travel and accommodation.
  • Ensure the Executive Directors receive high quality ad hoc administrative support they require, including processing invoices/expenses and formatting documents.
  • Assist the Head of the Private Office in the preparation of agendas, collation and distribution of papers for Executive Team meetings.
  • Allocate and oversee the work to the team where appropriate providing guidance where necessary.


Person specification

  • I have experience working at a senior level as an Executive Assistant.
  • I am creative, adaptable, and bring a positive enthusiasm to my work.
  • I have experience of leading a team.
  • I have strong organisational and time management skills.
  • I have experience of effectively managing competing priorities and working to conflicting deadlines.
  • I work proactively and collaboratively with others.
  • I have proficiency in co-ordination of meetings and taking minutes.
  • I have a commitment to learning and professional development.


Closing date : Wednesday 10th November, 2021