Part-Time Executive Assistant to CEO

Posted 12 January 2026
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Executive Assistants
ReferenceGD1310245

Job description

C&C Search is currently recruiting a part-time Executive Assistant to the CEO for an intelligence and investigations firm.

All about the role and company I would be working for!
Position:
Part-Time Executive Assistant to the CEO (20–25 hours per week)

Salary:
Competitive

Hybrid set up:
Remote/In Office when required in Liverpool Street area 

Benefits:
Pro‑rata holiday allowance, pension, flexible working pattern, and a supportive, high‑trust culture

What they do:
Corporate intelligence and investigations

Size of company:
Small

Company culture and what makes them great to work for:
An intellectually rigorous and discreet environment where standards are high and work is meaningful. The team is collaborative, professional, and fast‑paced, with a global outlook and close partnership with clients. You’ll be trusted to take ownership, use sound judgement, and represent the firm to a very high standard.

Key responsibilities for this Executive Assistant position:
  • Complex diary and calendar management for the CEO, including prioritisation and coordination across time zones
  • Travel arrangements (itineraries, visas where needed), event and conference registrations, and related logistics
  • Contact management and stakeholder liaison with clients and senior external partners
  • Event planning and coordination for industry conferences and internal gatherings
  • Bookkeeping support (e.g., invoicing, expenses, VAT tracking) in partnership with the finance function
  • Office management (supplies, vendors, meeting rooms) to keep a small, high‑performing team running smoothly
  • Discreet personal administrative support for the CEO where appropriate
What background and experience are the company looking for?
  • Proven Executive Assistant experience supporting C‑suite/senior leaders in fast‑paced, high‑standards environments (e.g., legal, private equity, boutique professional services, corporate or start‑up)
  • Exceptionally organised, proactive, and able to exercise sound judgement with sensitive information
  • Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with senior external stakeholders and clients
  • Solid grounding in diary management, travel logistics, and event coordination
  • Comfortable with light bookkeeping tasks (invoicing, expenses, VAT) and MS Office/Teams; familiarity with CRMs is advantageous
  • High attention to detail and a self‑starter mindset; calm under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities
  • Strong academic background; a top‑tier degree is advantageous
Who is recruiting for this role:
Grace Douds – grace@candcsearch.co.uk

Please apply online asap for this position, if your experience aligns and sounds like you!

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

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