Executive Assistant

About the Role

Join a global leader known for innovation in technology and defence solutions that protect people and influence the future. This role is crucial in assisting a senior executive to stay organised, focused, and effective in driving vital business objectives.

Location: Farnborough, England, UK (37 hours per week with some travel to other UK locations)

Compensation: Competitive salary paired with an extensive benefits package

Industry: Defence and Technology

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively manage a dynamic and demanding diary to ensure priorities are well balanced and time is optimally allocated.
• Supervise inbox oversight, filtering messages and responding appropriately with sound judgement.
• Organize meetings, travel arrangements, briefings, and events with meticulous attention to detail.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with utmost professionalism and discretion.
• Serve as a reliable liaison for both internal teams and external stakeholders, fostering strong professional relationships.
• Provide structured and clear support to senior leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Embody the leadership values via professional, transparent, and approachable communication.
• Ensure timely follow-up of actions, adherence to deadlines, and focus on key priorities.
• Offer versatile administrative and business support as needed.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Experience assisting senior executives or leadership teams in a fast-moving workplace.
• Exceptional skills in diary, email, and workload management with a strong ability to prioritize.
• Demonstrated capacity to manage confidential material with integrity and discretion.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and dependable.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities with a cooperative and friendly demeanor.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, showing emotional intelligence and a pragmatic problem-solving approach.
• Proactive and flexible, eager to contribute wherever support is needed.
• Confidence in using initiative and making informed independent decisions.

Benefits and Perks

• A competitive benefits package that includes a matched pension scheme and life assurance.
• Generous paid leave with options to purchase additional holiday time.
• Access to private medical, dental, and health cash plans.
• Wide array of employee discounts on travel, entertainment, retail, and more.
• Opportunities to contribute to community volunteering programs.
• A welcoming and collaborative work environment that values diverse perspectives.
• Career growth prospects within an organization addressing some of the most complex global challenges.
• Continuous opportunities for both personal and professional development.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunities. There is no discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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