Executive Assistant (Governance)
Location: Uxbridge (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days WFH)
Salary: Up to £40,000 + generous benefits
Hours: 36 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP - 18-Month FTC (With Potential to Go Permanent
Are you an experienced EA who is available to start a new role in September?
Do you have experience in GOVERNANCE, COMMITTEE MEETINGS and working to support BOARD level ?
Are you happy working in a fast-paced environment and confident in supporting several executive individuals and teams?
My client has now created this brand-new position. It’s an 18-month contract with a possibility of going perm after this.
This is vital role within the organisation and will require someone confident with minute taking as well as a high degree of confidentiality.
This accredited organisation offers an excellent package- 36 hours per week, hybrid working (3 days in office)29 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, wellbeing allowance etc.
Why Apply?
• 29 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working model (3 days in office, 2 days from home)
• Wellbeing allowance
• Pension scheme and private healthcare options
• Modern open-plan offices with great transport links
• Supportive, inclusive and high-performing team
About the Role: This newly created opportunity will see you supporting several C-suite individuals and teams, alongside another Senior EA. The position covers both core EA duties and more strategic committee and governance tasks, where your discretion, eye for detail, and professional polish will shine.
Key responsibilities include:
• Diary and inbox management for multiple senior stakeholders
• Coordinating committee meetings and board activities, including agenda planning and follow-ups
• Taking accurate, confidential board-level minutes and maintaining governance records
• Acting as the liaison point for charity trustees and key partners
• Preparing high-quality reports and briefing packs
• Booking travel, processing expenses, and tracking invoices
• Collaborating on project work with the CFO and COO
• Assisting with SharePoint document management and general administration
What We’re Looking For:
• Proven experience in an EA or Senior Administrator role, ideally within a regulated, not-for-profit, or professional services environment
• Previous involvement in governance, committee organisation, and board-level support
• Confident and accurate minute taker
• Comfortable handling sensitive or confidential information with complete discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Outlook, Word and Excel)
• Experience with SharePoint and basic finance/admin tasks (e.g. invoice processing)
• Excellent written communication skills and a professional demeanour
• Someone who is proactive, collaborative, and thrives in a fast-paced environment
What You Need to Do Now:
This is a rare opportunity to join a values-led organisation in a genuinely meaningful role. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply today with your CV.
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