Skills

Communication Leadership Creativity Stakeholder Management Attention to detail

Job Specifications

Executive Assistant – Leadership Team

Location: Shoreditch, London (EC1) – Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)

Contract: 12 months

Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum

A leading global technology company, recognised worldwide for its culture of innovation and creativity, is seeking a highly capable Executive Assistant to support its leadership team. This organisation has consistently been celebrated as an employer of choice and offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment at the forefront of the digital economy.

The Role

This is a pivotal EA role, providing first-class support to senior leaders within the organisation. You will be responsible for delivering seamless administration and coordination, ensuring that executives are supported to operate at maximum effectiveness. The role requires professionalism, discretion, and the ability to thrive in a complex, fast-changing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Extensive diary and calendar management, scheduling meetings across multiple time zones.
Organising international and domestic travel arrangements, itineraries, and visas.
Coordinating and preparing leadership meetings, including agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions.
Managing stakeholder communications and acting as the first point of contact for senior leaders.
Handling purchase order requisitions, vendor set-up, and sponsorship requests.
Planning and supporting off-site events, workshops, and team meetings.
Screening and prioritising incoming requests with sound judgement.
Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience as an Executive Assistant 3+ Years, ideally within a global technology, consulting, or professional services environment.
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels.
Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities with accuracy.
Confident decision-maker with excellent judgement in handling complex assignments.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary of £50,000 – £58,000.
12-month contract with hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home).
Opportunity to support a prestigious global brand in a highly visible role.

About the Company

Welcome to Principle's LinkedIn profile page! We are a globally recognised, multi-award-winning recruitment agency specialising in partnering with MSPs and organisations to place contingent and permanent workers across various sectors, including Technology, Engineering, Media, Marketing, Operations, Legal, Finance, and HR in Ireland and the UK. At Principle, we are proud champions of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and are a diverse-owned recruitment agency certified as Women Owned by WEConnect International. Our c... Know more