Executive Assistant to Founder (London)

About the role

This position supports the Founder of a fast‑growing public affairs organisation on a 1:1 basis. Working in a high‑energy, entrepreneurial environment, you will act as the right‑hand to an ambitious leader and ensure smooth daily operations.

Key responsibilities

• Provide dedicated, one‑to‑one support to the Founder, managing their day‑to‑day schedule.
• Serve as the primary gatekeeper, handling all incoming enquiries with discretion.
• Maintain complex diaries and coordinate multiple priorities across the organisation.
• Plan and organise international travel, including flights, hotels, transfers, and visas.
• Prepare high‑quality meeting packs and gather documentation from internal teams.
• Create polished presentations and slide decks for senior stakeholders.
• Assist with occasional office‑management tasks to keep operations running smoothly.

Required profile

• Highly organised, proactive and polished professional.
• Proven experience supporting C‑suite executives, ideally in a dedicated 1:1 capacity.
• Exceptional diary management and international travel coordination skills.
• Strong gatekeeping abilities and comfort managing stakeholders at all levels.
• High level of discretion, professionalism and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and a "can‑do" attitude.

Required skills