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Robert Half Office Team are currently recruiting for a Executive Assistant based near Covent Garden for a 6 month period initially.

The Executive Assistant role will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of the leadership team by providing comprehensive administrative support to the C-Suite. This position also encompasses the managing and the day-to-day running of the Head Office, as well as overseeing other business facilities, and coordinating team activities.

With a strong focus on organisation, communication, and multitasking, the Executive Assistant will act as a key point of contact, for both internal staff and business partners and contacts. The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, confidentiality, and a commitment to maintaining a well-organised, productive environment for all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify and implement cost efficiencies and process improvements.
  • Enhance commercial opportunities for the company.
  • Inbox management
  • Diary Management
  • Expense processing
  • Oversee international expansion to over five locations outside the UK.
  • Manage the delivery and production of two major shows in the UK.
  • Develop business models and financial plans to support international rollouts.
  • Manage operations
  • Assess and mitigate business risks.
  • Oversee contractual agreements and negotiations with suppliers.
  • Ensure quality control and consistency in line with brand guidelines.
  • Handle all health and safety aspects

Required Experience:

  • Experience in office administration, management, or secretarial work.
  • Familiarity with diary management and booking travel is preferred.
  • Experience with expense and travel management systems is desirable.

Skills/Knowledge:

  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently.
  • Team player, adaptable to business needs.
  • Strong organisational skills, multitasking ability, and time management under pressure.
  • Confident communication and diplomacy skills with senior stakeholders.
  • Positive, proactive attitude with keen attention to detail.

Skills & Abilities (Personal and Professional):

  • Initiative and organisational skills.
  • Strong ability to manage pressure while maintaining a positive attitude.
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on diplomacy.

Other duties may be required as within the scope of the role.

Key Points:

  • Based near Covent Garden
  • £20-£30 per hour depending on experience
  • Previous EA experience is required
  • Starting ASAP
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply.

Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.

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