Executive Assistant to President & CEO

About the role

The Royal College of Anaesthetists is seeking a highly organised Executive Assistant to provide confidential, high‑quality support to the President and Chief Executive Officer. This full‑time position ensures senior leaders can focus on strategic priorities while day‑to‑day operations run smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries, schedules, meetings and travel arrangements.
• Coordinate internal and external communications, acting as a primary point of contact.
• Prepare meeting papers, briefings and other documentation, tracking actions and follow‑ups.
• Provide secretariat and administrative support for leadership meetings, projects and governance activities.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and inclusivity.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Administrator supporting senior leaders.
• Exceptional organisational, planning and time‑management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with confidence to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Proactive, solution‑focused attitude and commitment to continuous improvement.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).