Senior Executive Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Senior Executive Assistant to join our Executive Support Team. This is a pivotal role, enabling senior leaders to manage competing priorities, operate effectively and deliver against strategic objectives.

Working closely with the Chief of Staff, you will provide proactive, high-level support across a varied portfolio. This will include managing complex diaries and inboxes, coordinating priorities, and acting as a trusted gatekeeper—exercising sound judgement and discretion at all times.

You will prepare briefings and papers, support Board and Committee activity, and build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across the organisation and wider Parliamentary environment. You will also contribute to team operations and provide flexible support across the Executive Support Team as required.

This is a rare opportunity to work at the heart of a programme of national importance, supporting senior decision-making and governance at the highest levels.

You’ll bring

Significant experience of supporting senior executives in a complex organisation.

Proven ability to both managing demanding diaries and priorities in a fast-paced environment and taking a proactive approach and undertaking tasks directly on behalf of senior executives where appropriate.

Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and sound judgement.

Excellent communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders.

Discretion in handling sensitive information.

High proficiency in Microsoft Office core apps.

If you are an experienced Executive Assistant who thrives in a dynamic, high-profile environment, we would welcome your application.

Salary circa £55,000 per annum.

Benefits include

Competitive salary

30 days holiday plus public holidays

Discretionary bonus scheme depending on both corporate and individual performance

Life assurance of 4 x salary death in service

Group Income Protection

Pension – up to 10% employer contribution

Up to 5 days paid volunteering

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional Body Fees paid

Working in a hybrid/smart way

We are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunities in employment. We are building diverse teams and seek to attract and retain talented individuals from a range of backgrounds and cultures to join us on this hugely challenging and important project.

Please apply by submitting a CV and cover letter, stating your suitability for the role and if you believe you have any current or potential conflicts of interest relating to this position.

We look forward to receiving your completed application by 12 noon on 18th May 2026.

Security

Successful candidates will be required to complete security vetting to a minimum Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level obtained through the Parliamentary Security Department (PSD). Candidates are required to pass these checks before a start date can be confirmed.

Applicants should also be aware that, depending on the role applied for, if they have resided outside of the UK for a total of more than two of the last five years, they may not be eligible for vetting.