Executive Assistant to CEO
Job in
Birmingham, West Midlands, B1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-02
Listing for:
The Vegan Society
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
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Administrative/Clerical
Business Administration, Office Administrator/ Coordinator -
Business
Business Administration, Office Administrator/ Coordinator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Hybrid
Salary: £32,597 – £38,220 (depending on experience)
Contract:
Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week, flexible working considered)
Be part of The Vegan Society’s journey as we begin delivering our new three-year strategic plan and create meaningful change.
We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer. This role is central to ensuring the CEO’s time and priorities are managed effectively and that communication with internal and external stakeholders is clear and timely.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the CEO’s diary, travel arrangements, and correspondence.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials for meetings, events, and other public engagement activities.
- Provide administrative and minute-taking support for Board and committee meetings.
- Support the CEO with strategic projects as required.
- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Proven experience supporting at CEO or Director level.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
- Competence in Microsoft 365 and familiarity with online meeting/event platforms.
- Professional, proactive, and adaptable approach.
Desirable
- Experience in a not-for-profit or mission-driven organisation and knowledge of governance frameworks.
Benefits
- Flexible working hours.
- Ethical pension scheme (5–7% employer contribution).
- Health cashback scheme & Employee Assistance Programme.
- 25 days' annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and Christmas closure days.
- Death in service benefit.
- Climate perks (additional paid time off for sustainable travel).
- Animal companion compassionate leave.
How to Apply
If you are interested, please send your CV along with a personal statement (no longer than two sides of A4) demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.
Closing date for applications:
Friday 30th January 2026.
Interviews will be held:
Wednesday 11th/Thursday 12th February 2026.
Apply now and help shape the future of The Vegan Society
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