Senior Executive Assistant – 6‑Month Contract – London (Hybrid)

About the role

This is a six‑month contract role supporting a C‑suite executive within Global Operations of a leading insurance organisation. The position is hybrid, based in London, and offers an immediate start for a highly organised professional.

Key responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a C‑suite executive, managing a complex, multi‑time‑zone diary.
• Coordinate international and domestic travel, including itineraries, visas, accommodation and logistics.
• Organise leadership meetings, off‑sites, business reviews and executive events.
• Prepare presentations, briefing packs, reports, agendas and other executive documentation.
• Manage executive inboxes, correspondence, expenses and action tracking.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, other Executive Assistants and external contacts across global offices.
• Take meeting minutes, monitor actions and ensure deadlines are met.
• Support onboarding activities for new team members, including equipment and system access.

Required profile

• Significant Executive Assistant experience supporting C‑suite or senior executives in a global organisation.
• Previous experience in the insurance sector is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage complex international diaries and travel arrangements.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional, discreet and confident handling confidential information.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Outlook
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint
• Advanced Microsoft Teams

What we offer

• Daily rate of £200–£225 (Umbrella)
• Hybrid working – London office with flexibility to work from home
• Immediate start preferred
• Opportunity to join a well‑established global organisation in a high‑profile executive support role