Lead Executive Assistant

About the role

As the Lead Executive Assistant supporting the CEO of a leading FMCG company in Maidenhead, you will ensure the smooth operation of the executive’s day‑to‑day activities. You will combine high‑level administrative expertise with team leadership to deliver seamless support across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s complex diary, schedule meetings and prioritise tasks.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, handling end‑to‑end arrangements.
• Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes and distribute follow‑up actions.
• Gather and summarise business insights to aid decision‑making.
• Handle confidential documents, correspondence and governance materials with professionalism.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of three Executive Assistants, setting service standards and fostering collaboration.
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain critical documentation, including contracts and CEO files, ensuring compliance.

Required profile

• Proven experience supporting C‑suite executives.
• Previous direct line‑management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised, detail‑oriented and proactive.
• Ability to take ownership and deliver consistently high standards.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £55,000‑£60,000 per year, dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working model – 3 days in the office, 2 days remote.
• Opportunity to lead a team and influence executive support processes.