EA to CEO

Posted 01 September 2025
Salary £60,000 - £65,000
LocationCity of London
Job type Permanent
Discipline Executive Assistants
Reference1279714

Job description

Recruiting a dynamic Executive Assistant to support the CEO of an innovative, rapidly growing company in the energy sector. Based in the City of London, this is a fully office-based role with fantastic exposure to a high-growth environment, inspiring leadership, and a mission-driven industry.

All about the role and company I would be working for!
Position: Executive Assistant to the CEO
Salary: Up to £65,000 (depending on experience)
Hybrid set-up: Fully office-based
What they do: A global leader in innovative energy solutions, developing technology that helps accelerate the transition to a sustainable future
Size of company: Medium-sized, scaling rapidly, with ambitious growth plans

Company culture and what makes them great to work for:
This is a mission-led, dynamic, and forward-thinking company in an exciting growth phase. With a collaborative and ambitious team, employees describe the culture as inspiring, supportive, and energising. 

Key responsibilities for this Executive Assistant position
  • Provide high-level administrative and diary management support to the CEO
  • Act as a gatekeeper and key liaison, managing communications with internal and external stakeholders
  • Organise meetings, events, and complex travel arrangements
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing packs with high attention to detail
  • Support leadership with ad-hoc projects, ensuring deadlines are met and priorities are clear
  • Manage confidential information with discretion
What background and experience are the company looking for?
  • Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting C-suite leadership in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent organisation, prioritisation, and multitasking skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools
  • A proactive, professional, and adaptable approach
  • Resilience and discretion when handling sensitive or high-stakes information
Who is taking care of the client and candidate applications for this position?
Émer McCarthy - Senior Talent Associate - lover of dark chocolate, rom-coms and spa days!

For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency.

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