Executive Assistant - 3-4 Week Sick Leave Cover

Location: Near Maidenhead Town Centre | Temporary | 37 hours per week

Ideally 4 days per week in the office and 1 day working from home

Start date: Monday 21st September 2026

We'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 role

• Provide high-level EA and administrative support to the General Manager and Vice Chairman and members of the Senior Leadership team
• Manage 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 Excel
• Can use their initiative and anticipate what is needed without constant supervision.

Location & hours

• Maidenhead
• 37 hours per week
• Hybrid 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.

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