Executive Assistant

Your new company & role

A government agency, based in Brighton is looking for an Executive Assistant to join the team on a permanent basis. This is a hybrid role, working 1-2 days/week in the office. Supporting the CPO, you will assist with day-to-day administration and priorisation of tasks. You will develop and build strong working relationships and be the go-to person for all and any process and procedure enquiries. Key duties include:

- Diary management
- Scheduling meetings and booking meeting rooms
- Preparing agendas, presentations and documents
- Taking minutes
- Stakeholder management
- Travel and accommodation bookings, within the budget requirements.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

What you'll need to succeed

You will have previously worked as a PA or EA and have experience with diary and inbox management, taking meeting minutes and stakeholder management. You will have previously supported at C-Suite level. Strong organisation, planning and prioritisation skills are a must. Experience within a regulated environment is beneficial but not essential. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to confidently liaise with senior members of staff effectively.

What you'll get in return

You'll receive an annual salary of £31.5k with an excellent benefits package. Benefits include 25 (+8) days holiday, a 29% employer pension contribution, flexible working arrangements with potential to accrue an additional 24 days/year holiday, enhanced parental leave and employee assistance program. This role is 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (there is flexibility on start and finish times). The role is hybrid working, 6 days a month in the office.

What you need to do now

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