Average Executive Assistant salary in the UK

Executive Assistant to CEO (12-month maternity cover) £50k to £55k + great benefits - NW LondonA leading private hospital is looking for an experience c-suite level EA to the CEO. This 12-month contract is working for an independent, private hospital, which has an excellent reputation and has exceptional high customer service & medical standards, attracting many leading medical professionals.The post will be responsible for the provision of an effective high quality and responsive EA service to the Chief Executive, Directors and, as required, Trustees and efficient and effective corporate office service. The post holder is expected to operate proactively and at pace — anticipating the needs of the Chief Executive, managing competing priorities, and driving follow-up of actions and deliverables on their behalf. The post holder is also responsible for providing administrative and diary support to the Medical Director and the Responsible Officer. This post requires the highest levels of standards, confidentiality, probity, and a high level of initiative and personal judgment.SALARY ETC:£50k to £55k, depending on experience + great benefits.12-month, full-time, contract (maternity cover)Central NW LondonMonday to Friday, working core hours, with flexibility if and when required.Please note that this is an office-based role.REQUIREMENTS:Must have full right to work in the UK (unable to offer sponsorship).Happy with an office-based role and able to commit to a 12-month contract.Experience of managing the day-to-day diary of C-Suite Level and administrative support to Senior Leadership TeamExperience of managing CEOs calendar, scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, etc.Ability to build and developing strong working relationships with all internal departments, external stakeholders, etc.To have a professional, calm, and efficient approach, with the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, with excellent communication and organisational skills.DUTIES TO INCLUDE:E-mail management, drafting and distributing a variety of correspondence, reports, agendas and papers for board meetings, taking minutes and following up on actions.Provide high quality personal secretarial and administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer, Directors and, as required, Trustees.Ensure effective communication, including that which is business sensitive, to all levels of staff. Always Ensure the delivery of a high quality Corporate ‘front of house’: delivery of the highest standards of courtesy and service always; telephone enquiries are managed promptly and effectively, and visitors are welcomed and needs catered for. Assist with the management of meeting room bookings and loan of corporate laptop.Effectively and appropriately manage internal and external correspondence on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer and Directors and as required, Trustees.Taking minutes, as requiredand includes meetings which are scheduled during normal working hours and in the evening.Preparation of accurate and appropriate letters, as well as regularly manage private and sensitive information, always ensuring confidentiality.To manage day-to-day enquiries on behalf of the CEO, MD, and RO, whilst assessing enquiries and responding with appropriate responses. To effectively draft high quality reports To assure the highest professionalism and image of the Corporate office at all times.To book hotel accommodation, transport, restaurant bookings, personal or otherwise for CEO, EMB Directors and external stakeholders when requiredDue to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond individually to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We sincerely thank you for your interest and wish you every success in your job search

Executive Assistant - 3-4 Week Sick Leave CoverLocation: Near Maidenhead Town Centre | Temporary | 37 hours per weekIdeally 4 days per week in the office and 1 day working from homeStart date: Monday 21st September 2026We're looking for an experienced Executive Assistant/PA to provide cover for approximately 3-4 weeks, supporting the General Manager, and Vice Chairman of a highly respected multi-site organisation.The roleProvide high-level EA and administrative support to the General Manager and Vice Chairman and members of the Senior Leadership teamManage a busy and complex diary, arranging meetings, appointments and travel.Take responsibility for a busy inbox, prioritising emails and responding/drafting correspondence where appropriate.Prepare briefings, reports, presentations and meeting papers.Coordinate complex travel arrangements including flights, hotels, rail and transfers.Liaise confidently with senior executives, government representatives, VIPs and external stakeholders.Support meetings, events, visits and special projects.Help ensure the DG is fully briefed and prepared for meetings and engagements.Provide general administrative and organisational support across the Directorate.Maintain the highest levels of confidentiality, discretion and professionalism.We're looking for someone who:Has strong previous Senior EA / Executive Assistant experience.Is highly organised and comfortable working in a fast-paced, senior-level environment.Has excellent diary, inbox and travel management skills.Is confident dealing with senior and high-profile individuals.Has excellent written and verbal communication skills.Is calm, professional and calm under pressure.Has strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle competing priorities.Is confident using Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word and some ExcelCan use their initiative and anticipate what is needed without constant supervision.Location & hoursMaidenhead37 hours per weekHybrid working, although this role is likely to require 3-4 days per week in the office, particularly when the DG or VC are present.Occasional additional hours may be required.Ideal for an experienced EA who can hit the ground running and provide immediate support during a short period of sick leave.At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Birchrose Associates is proud to be representing a leading UK law firm based in London, which is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to join its insurance team on a permanent basis.The FirmOur client is a highly regarded UK law firm, recognised for its collaborative and supportive culture, the firm places a strong emphasis on career development, with a structured career framework offering opportunities for progression.The OpportunityThe successful candidate will provide comprehensive Executive Assistant support to multiple lawyers within the firm's Insurance team, working closely with lawyers, Team Leaders, Business Services and the wider Executive Support function. Duties will include:Manage multiple lawyers, prioritising workloads and delegating effectively to Administrative Assistants, Document Production and other support teamsManage complex diaries and appointmentsMonitor inboxes, manage emails and progress instructionsCoordinate meetings and travel arrangements, including overseas travel, accommodation, rooms and cateringSupport business development activity, including events, client updates, newsletters, legal directory submissions and lawyer biographiesAssist with client and matter inception, including conflict checks, matter risk assessments and liaising with the Central Inception teamSupport financial management and billing, including preparing billing guides, raising draft proformas, preparing client invoices and liaising with the Finance teamRun client financial reports and assist with general client and finance queriesDraft initial correspondence and legal documents and coordinate file reviewsBuild strong relationships with internal and external clients, acting as a key point of contact and delivering a high level of client service This Executive Assistant position is a full-time, permanent opportunity, working 9:30am to 5:30pm, in London.RequirementsPrevious EA/ Legal PA experience within a law firm or professional services environment (essential)Experience supporting lawyers or other senior professionals would be highly (desired)Strong diary, inbox and workload management skillsVacncy Highlights50/50 hybrid working (5 days in office per fortnight)Generous salary and benefits packageStructured career progression frameworkSupportive and collaborative working environmentTo be considered for this Executive Assistant opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.