EA and Office Manager

Board Intelligence is a technology and advisory firm that supercharges boards with the science of board effectiveness. We build better businesses and benefit society.

Through a suite of AI powered software tools, evaluation frameworks and advisory services that distil over twenty years of boardroom experience, we help boards make smarter, faster decisions. We work with over 80,000 leaders and 3,000 organisations globally, including clients across the Fortune 500, FTSE 100 and OMX 30.

In 2024, we received substantial backing from K1 Investment Management, the leading B2B enterprise SaaS investors. We are at the beginning of a significant growth phase and are looking for exceptional people to join us on this journey.

We unleash the potential of organisations through the science of board effectiveness, building better businesses and benefiting society.

Executive Assistant (EA) to chief executive officer (CEO)

• Manage the CEO’s calendar: organise, track, prepare and provide briefings for all appointments. Liaise with VIP external stakeholders and internal colleagues to optimise the CEO’s time and availability.
• Support the president, helping to manage appointments & communications.
• Make seamless travel arrangements for the CEO and president, considering both business and personal commitments; ensure travel schedules align with priorities.
• Help manage the CEO’s communications: monitor the inbox, draft emails and liaise with key contacts both inside and outside the organisation.
• Ensure the CEO and executive team receive timely, accurate and well‑organised information, including formatting materials for internal and external communications.
• Support other senior members of the leadership team as required.

• Create a welcoming environment at the front desk so everyone feels at ease.
• Make a memorable impression on external guests by showcasing our open culture, anticipating and preparing for guests including preparing meeting rooms and organising lunches.
• Take responsibility for company announcements.
• Managing the office efficiently: implement and operate effective systems, select and oversee suppliers for consumables and services, manage the front desk, keep the kitchen well‑stocked, liaise with service providers, keep the office organised, clean and tidy, coordinate meeting room bookings with employees.

• Assist with planning and organising company and team events to foster collaboration and maintain our culture.
• Organise or support business‑wide social events.
• Communicate company‑wide about events and office happenings.

• Always look for more efficient and effective ways to do things, including using AI and automation.
• Use the usual Microsoft suite (Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.) and be proficient in PowerPoint and Excel.

This role is ideal for someone early in their EA or office operations career who’s confident, personable and highly organised. You’ll be the face of the office, supporting senior leaders and creating a smooth, welcoming experience for colleagues and guests.

• Strong professional presence and confidence engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Proven ability to juggle multiple priorities at once, including diary management, inbox support, travel and office coordination.
• Calm, organised and proactive under pressure, with strong attention to detail.
• Discreet and trustworthy, comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Enjoys being office based full time and keeping things running smoothly day to day.
• Clear and professional written communication, including drafting emails and company wide updates.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and confidence learning new tools, including AI and automation.

• Previous experience supporting a senior leader or leadership team.
• Event support or client hosting, with a focus on guest experience and great service.

• Warm, outgoing and naturally welcoming.
• Takes ownership, anticipates needs and gets ahead of problems.
• Reliable and consistent, with high standards and good judgement.
• Curious and improvement minded, always looking for better ways to work.

• Pension scheme
• Personal performance bonus
• 26 days holiday each calendar year
• Bupa health & dental cover
• Group life assurance
• EAP
• Cycle to work scheme
• Competitive parental policies
• Gym membership discounts