Executive Assistant to CEO (Maternity Cover)

About the role

We are looking for an Executive Assistant to the CEO on a 12‑month maternity cover. You will work closely with the CEO to keep day‑to‑day operations running smoothly, managing their diary, priorities and the details that enable them to focus on strategic decisions. The role is based in our Moorgate office in London.

Key responsibilities

• Own the CEO’s diary end‑to‑end, prioritising meetings, protecting focus time and ensuring each session has a clear purpose.
• Coordinate board and leadership meetings, preparing papers, chasing actions and tracking follow‑ups.
• Manage complex travel itineraries and logistics so the CEO can arrive prepared and on time.
• Act as the trusted first point of contact, handling confidential information and representing the CEO with senior stakeholders, investors and the executive team.
• Keep the wider leadership team’s rhythm on track by organising off‑sites, leadership meetings and cross‑team alignment moments.
• Identify and implement improvements to the day‑to‑day operation of the CEO’s office.

Required profile

• Proven experience supporting a CEO, founder or senior executive in a fast‑moving environment.
• Sharp eye for detail with the judgement to distinguish urgent from important tasks.
• Total discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Calm, organised approach under pressure and confidence to manage upwards and push back when needed.

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• Cashplan (WPA).
• Holiday buy and sell scheme.
• Cycle to Work, Home and Tech, and EV (Octopus) schemes.
• Life insurance, financial wellbeing programme, payroll giving and pension planning.
• TradePoint discount (B&Q).