Executive Assistant

C&C Search is currently recruiting a senior-level Executive Assistant supporting a C-suite leader within a highly respected organisation in the financial services sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant looking to work closely with a senior C-suite executive in a complex, fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment.All about the role and company I would be working for!Position: EASalary: £50,000Hybrid set up: 3/2Benefits: Pension, healthcare, holiday allowance, wellness benefitsWhat they do: PensionsCompany culture and what makes them great to work for: This organisation is recognised as a leader within its sector and is renowned for its collaborative culture, strong values and commitment to excellence. Employees benefit from a supportive and inclusive environment where integrity, accountability, respect, collaboration and excellence are at the heart of everything they do. The business invests heavily in its people and offers genuine opportunities for professional growth and career development.Key responsibilities for this position:\n

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• Manage the complex diary, inbox and priorities, ensuring they are fully prepared for meetings, events and strategic commitments.
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• Act as a trusted gatekeeper and key point of contact, building strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders while handling confidential matters with discretion.
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• Prepare meeting packs, presentations, briefing documents and correspondence, taking ownership of follow-up actions, minutes and key deadlines.
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• Coordinate directorate meetings, governance events, training sessions, travel arrangements, expenses, purchase orders and other Executive Assistant support activities.
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• Provide proactive administrative and project support, anticipating future requirements and ensuring the smooth running of the execs office.
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What background and experience are the company looking for?\n

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• Proven experience working as a Senior Executive Assistant or Executive Assistant supporting a C-suite executive
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• Previous experience within financial services, pensions, legal, governance, compliance, risk or a regulated environment would be highly advantageous
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• Exceptional diary management, scheduling and prioritisation skills
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• Ability to work autonomously, show initiative and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
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• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and PowerPoint
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• Experience preparing board-level documentation, presentations and meeting papers
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• Demonstrable ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
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• Resilient, diplomatic and confident with the ability to influence and build effective working relationships at all levels
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Who is taking care of the client and candidate applications for this position?Jodi FindellFor this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency.At C&C Search, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are and how we operate. Our commitment to these values is unwavering - across all our work in recruitment, and in our training and development programmes. C&C Search fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging and has a deep commitment to being a part of creating a fairer society through partnering with clients who are also committed to a seat at the table for everybody. We work with companies that are committed to reflecting our communities, where people can bring their authentic selves to work. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas, better businesses and better societies. There is much to be done, but together we can achieve equality for all.