Senior Executive Assistant

About the role

As a Senior Executive Assistant you will be the central hub for Softcat’s Leadership Team, ensuring the Chief Technology Officer, Technology Director and Services Operations Director run smoothly day‑to‑day. You will manage communications, calendars, travel and high‑impact events while supporting strategic initiatives across the technology and services divisions.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee inboxes and diaries, coordinate meeting requests and prepare correspondence.
• Manage team meeting agendas, track actions and follow up on deadlines.
• Plan and execute quarterly team socials and support the annual Kick‑Off event.
• Arrange travel and accommodation for UK and international trips, creating detailed itineraries.
• Organise strategy off‑site days, handling venue selection, catering and onsite logistics.
• Design and deliver presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Handle bonus processing and expense submissions with accuracy and timeliness.
• Provide phone and message support for the EA team, including holiday cover.

Required profile

• High integrity and discretion with confidential information.
• Excellent oral and written communication across all organisational levels.
• Strong administrative abilities and the capacity to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Highly organised, resourceful and detail‑oriented.
• Emotional intelligence and adaptability to changing priorities.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunities for career progression within a supportive, collaborative company.
• Access to training and development to broaden skills across departments.
• A dynamic work environment that values innovation and teamwork.