Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant to CEO

Location:

Kilburn, London Salary: £50,000

Hours:

Full-time | Mon–Fri typically 8:30am – 5:00pm (flexibility required) About the Role Our client is looking for a highly organised and dependable Executive Assistant to support the CEO of a family run builders merchants and provide additional support across the business and family where required. This is a hands-on, practical support role focused on day-to-day organisation, communication, and making sure everything runs smoothly.

This is a role where they are looking for someone who enjoys being proactive, detail-focused and getting things done.

Key Responsibilities Manage the CEO’s diary, meetings and daily schedule Oversee and organise the CEO’s email inbox , including drafting replies Arrange travel, bookings and itineraries Prepare basic meeting agendas, documents and notes to ensure meetings run smoothly Maintain and organise Microsoft 365 / One Drive folders and filing systems Handle personal administration , appointments and general organisation Support with family-related matters , including managing post and ad hoc tasks Coordinate company hospitality, events and invitations Provide administrative support to Directors as needed Liaise with external contacts such as advisors and suppliers Track tasks and ensure follow-ups are completed Requirements Previous experience in a PA or EA role Strong organisational and time-management skills with excellent diary management/inbox skills Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Teams and One Drive Reliable, discreet and comfortable handling both personal and business matters Proactive and able to take ownership of tasks with trust and discretion Clear and professional communication skills What We’re Looking For This role would suit someone who:
Is naturally organised and stays on top of things without being prompted Takes pride in being efficient, accurate and dependable Is happy working in a varied role with both business and personal tasks Has a practical, no-nonsense approach and enjoys getting things done Is low ego, high reliability — someone the CEO can trust completely Benefits 25 days holiday  bank holidays  birthday off Perkbox – 24/7 discounts, wellbeing support, online GP access and more Company pension scheme Life assurance (up to 3 x salary, subject to service) Staff discount on all products Wellbeing support programmes Long service awards Cycle to work scheme