Senior Leadership Assistant

Senior Leadership Team Assistant

Full-time | Permanent

Salary: c. £50,000-£60,000 DOE

Location: North London (5 days per week, office-based)

Hours: 09:00-18:00

Start Date: ASAP (flexible for the right candidate)

One of our private clients is looking to appoint an experienced, highly organised Senior Leadership Assistant. For the first 9-12 months, the role will cover the Executive Assistant to the CEO/Founder during maternity leave. Thereafter, the position will transition to providing comprehensive, hands‑on support to five members of the Senior Leadership Team.

The organisation is a philanthropic, non‑profit start‑up of around 30 people, working in a collaborative, holistic and non‑hierarchical environment. Candidates must genuinely resonate with these values, and demonstrate an open‑minded, holistic mindset.

• Managing complex and overlapping calendars across multiple senior leaders
• Acting as a central coordination point for scheduling, communication, and information sharing
• Organising files, documents, and leadership materials to a high standard
• Supporting building management and ensuring all operational aspects of the office run smoothly
• Assisting with ad hoc projects and leadership initiatives as required
• Supporting the planning and coordination of meetings and events
• Providing occasional travel support when needed
• Maintaining a calm, solutions‑focused approach in a fast‑moving environment

This is a genuinely hands‑on role, suited to someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in operational excellence, and is comfortable rolling up their sleeves when required.

You will bring:

• 2-3+ years' experience in an Assistant role
• An undergraduate degree
• Proven ability to prioritise, juggle multiple work streams, and adapt to changing needs
• Exceptional written communication and proofreading skills
• Experience supporting the planning and coordination of events
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent organisational standards
• High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills
• A flexible, hands‑on working style with a "no job is too big or too small" mindset
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• A collaborative, positive attitude and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, purpose‑led organisation
• A genuine affinity with the organisation's mission, values, and way of working