Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant - Public Sector (SC Eligible)

Contract: 6 months Rate: Up to £200/day (Inside IR35) Location: London, Manchester or Bristol (2-4 days onsite per week) Clearance: Must be eligible for SC clearance

Overview

We are working with a high-profile public sector organisation seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support a senior leader within a small, fast-paced team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across a high-visibility digital portfolio , within an environment that requires strong organisation, initiative, and adaptability.

The Role

You will provide comprehensive executive support in a demanding and dynamic environment, including:
Complex diary and inbox management at senior level Coordinating meetings, travel, and logistics Managing conflicting priorities and last-minute changes Providing proactive support to a senior stakeholder Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations within a fast-moving team
Key Skills Required
Exceptional organisation and time management Ability to remain calm under pressure Highly adaptable with a flexible approach Comfortable working with ambiguity and change Strong administrative and coordination skills
Stakeholder & Communication
Confident communicator at senior level Able to manage expectations and deliver messages appropriately Strong judgement and prioritisation skills Handles sensitive information with discretion
Experience
Proven experience supporting senior executives/directors Background within public sector or government (preferred) Exposure to digital or technology environments (beneficial)
Unsuitable Profiles
Limited experience supporting senior stakeholders Weak organisational or coordination skills Minimal experience managing complex diaries and schedules

Exceptional organisation and time management Ability to remain calm under pressure Highly adaptable with a flexible approach Comfortable working with ambiguity and change Strong administrative and coordination skills
Stakeholder & Communication
Confident communicator at senior level Able to manage expectations and deliver messages appropriately Strong judgement and prioritisation skills Handles sensitive information with discretion
Experience
Proven experience supporting senior executives/directors Background within public sector or government (preferred) Exposure to digital or technology environments (beneficial)
Unsuitable Profiles
Limited experience supporting senior stakeholders Weak organisational or coordination skills Minimal experience managing complex diaries and schedules

Contract: 6 months Rate: Up to £200/day (Inside IR35) Location: London, Manchester or Bristol (2-4 days onsite per week) Clearance: Must be eligible for SC clearance