£20.30 per hour
London - Hybrid working (nearest station is Cannon Street)
Full Time - Monday Friday
Temporary - 4 month contract
ASAP Start
Tate are working with a respected national public-sector organisation with a strong public-service purpose. They work with communities, government bodies and external partners across England, providing expert guidance, delivering important programmes and supporting work that creates a positive and lasting impact for the public.
The opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Chair and Chief Executive. Working closely with the Private Secretary and the Chair's external PA, you will help ensure the office operate smoothly, efficiently and professionally.
Key responsibilities
Manage complex and frequently changing diaries, meetings, visits and schedules.
Monitor shared inboxes, correspondence and meeting requests, assessing urgency and priority.
Act as a professional first point of contact for visitors, callers and key stakeholders.
Coordinate UK and international travel and accommodation.
Prepare and collate reports, briefings and papers for senior leaders.
Track actions and correspondence, drafting high-quality responses where appropriate.
Manage event invitations, expenses and purchase orders.
Support internal communications, events and ad hoc projects.
Deputise for the Private Secretary when required.
About you
EA or PA experience supporting senior leaders in a busy office.
Proven ability to manage complex diaries, competing demands and multiple priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication, relationship-building and proofreading skills.
Strong Microsoft 365 skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Exceptional organisation, accuracy and attention to detail.
A proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach.
The discretion and tact required to handle confidential and sensitive information.Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.
Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application
