Administration Executive – Secretariat (12‑month maternity cover)

About the role

This 12‑month maternity cover position supports a small professional body in central London. The Administration Executive will provide comprehensive secretariat services, ensuring smooth operation of committees and governance processes.

Key responsibilities

• Arrange and co‑ordinate committee meetings, including agenda preparation and distribution of supporting papers.
• Take accurate minutes, circulate them promptly and manage follow‑up actions.
• Provide general governance support, reviewing key documents and maintaining records.
• Update and maintain website content and internal document repositories.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders and handle enquiries.
• Support communications with the Board and Governance Panels.

Required profile

• Graduate or equivalent qualification.
• Extensive secretariat experience, preferably within a membership or not‑for‑profit organisation.
• Proven ability in minute taking, organising committee meetings and broad administrative tasks.
• Confident communication skills and ability to work within a busy team.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000‑£32,000 per year.
• Opportunity to work with a professional body in a central London setting.
• Experience in governance and board support.