Administrative Assistant

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Location: London

Role Type: Full-time, On-site/Hybrid

Reports To: Senior Executive Assistant (SEA)

Job Summary:

This role provides high-quality, structured administrative support under the direction and coordination of the Senior Executive Assistant. The Administrative Assistant focuses on operational and day-to-day tasks, enabling the Senior Executive Assistant to concentrate on senior-level priorities, stakeholder management, and strategic coordination.

Working within established processes and priorities set by the Senior Executive Assistant, the Administrative Assistant plays a key supporting role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the executive office.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to the Senior Executive Assistant.
• Manage routine scheduling, room bookings, and simple calendar tasks as directed by the SEA.
• Support travel coordination by preparing itineraries and documentation (including visa).
• Maintain clear communication with the SEA on workload, deadlines, and task status.

Office Coordination

• Handle meeting logistics (catering orders, materials preparation, visitor passes, audio/visual equipment setup).
• Track office supplies, order materials, and coordinate with facilities and SEA.
• Assist with expense submissions and invoice processing.
• Conduct basic research or compile information packs as briefed by the SEA.

Documentation & Communication

• Prepare basic communications, draft emails, and update templates as assigned.
• Capture meeting notes for internal admin meetings when requested.
• Maintain contact lists, distribution groups and shared folders.

General Support

Provide backup coverage for other Executive Assistants as coordinated by the SEA. Handle ad-hoc tasks and projects delegated by the Senior Executive Assistant.

• Business Administration diploma/certificate or other related qualification preferred.
• A degree in Business, Management or a related field is an advantage but not required.

• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Proactive but comfortable working within defined processes and direction.
• Confident asking questions and escalating any issues or concerns to the SEA.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with consistent follow-through.
• Previous admin experience preferred.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality and data protection.

A valid right to work in the UK is required

We offer hybrid working with a combination of on-site and home working days to achieve the right work-life balance and allotted time for participating in volunteering and sustainability efforts.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.