EA to Exco

Your new company
An established financial services organisation based in London's West End is looking for an experienced Senior Executive Assistant & Board Secretary to provide high-level support to its CEO and Executive Committee. This is a fantastic opportunity for an accomplished senior EA who is comfortable operating at Board and C-suite level. You will sit at the heart of the organisation, providing first-class support to the senior leadership team while coordinating Executive Committee and Board activity. The role would suit someone who has built their career supporting senior executives within a fast-paced, regulated corporate environment and who is confident in dealing with senior internal and external stakeholders.

Your new role
As Senior Executive Assistant & Board Secretary, you will provide high-level support across the Executive Committee while taking responsibility for the smooth coordination of senior leadership and Board activity. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-level Executive Assistant support to the Executive Committee
• Coordinating Executive Committee meetings and administration
• Preparing meeting agendas, papers and supporting documentation
• Attending key meetings, producing accurate minutes and tracking actions
• Managing communication and coordination across the senior leadership team
• Acting as a key point of contact for senior internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting the CEO, Chair and Board members as required
• Coordinating Board and Committee meetings and annual planning activity
• Collating and distributing Board papers
• Maintaining key Board and governance records
• Supporting international stakeholder engagement
• Assisting with regulatory and audit requests relating to Board activity
• Overseeing and developing the Front of House and Office Support function

What you'll need to succeed
You will be an experienced Senior Executive Assistant who is confident in support at CEO, Board or Executive Committee level. You will need:

• Significant experience providing EA support to executive-level management teams
• Previous experience in financial services
• Experience working within a regulated environment
• Confidence supporting Board and Executive Committee meetings
• Experience preparing agendas, coordinating papers, taking minutes and tracking actions
• Knowledge of UK Corporate Governance and experience supporting Board governance activity
• Excellent relationship-building skills with senior-level stakeholders
• Exceptional organisation and the ability to juggle competing priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• A highly professional, discreet and confidential approach
• The confidence to use your own initiative and operate effectively in a senior-level environment

What you'll get in return
You will receive a salary of £70,000 - £80,000 per annum and the opportunity to work at the heart of an established financial services organisation, supporting its CEO, Executive Committee and Board. The role is based in London's West End and requires four days per week in the office. If you're an experienced Senior Executive Assistant with Board-level exposure and a background in financial services, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a broad, senior-level position with significant exposure across the business.

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