Executive Assistant

C&C Search is currently recruiting an experienced Executive Assistant / Personal Assistant to support a globally operating CEO within a highly respected, mission-driven international organisation. This is a rare opportunity to work at the heart of a values-led organisation, supporting a senior leader with global responsibility. The role is based in King’s Cross, offers hybrid working, flexible hours, and exposure to truly international work.

All about the role and company I would be working for!

Position: Executive Assistant / Personal Assistant (Temporary)

Salary: £21 - £28 p/h

Hybrid set up: 2–3 days in the office as standard (with flexibility depending on CEO travel)

What they do: A globally recognised, mission-driven organisation operating across international development, humanitarian aid, education, and global partnerships.

Size of company: Large, international organisation with UK headquarters and global reach.

Company culture and what makes them great to work for: This is a values-led, high-integrity organisation with a serious commitment to global impact. The culture is professional, respectful, and calm, even in a fast-moving environment.

Key responsibilities for this Executive Assistant / Personal Assistant position:

• Complex diary management across multiple time zones
• International travel planning, often changing at short notice
• Coordination of meetings, logistics, and schedules
• High-volume expenses management using a corporate credit card, ensuring accurate coding and submission to deadlines
• Acting as a trusted gatekeeper and organiser to enable the CEO to operate effectively

What background and experience are the company looking for?

• Proven experience as a senior EA / PA supporting a very busy, senior executive
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• Calm, resilient, and able to work under sustained pressure
• Comfortable managing complex logistics and frequent change
• Discreet, proactive, and highly reliable

Who is taking care of the client and candidate applications for this position?

Michelle Muthoni - Senior Talent Associate

For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency. At C&C Search, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are and how we operate. Our commitment to these values is unwavering – across all our work in recruitment, and in our training and development programmes. C&C Search fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging and has a deep commitment to being a part of creating a fairer society through partnering with clients who are also committed to a seat at the table for everybody. We work with companies that are committed to reflecting our communities, where people can bring their authentic selves to work. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas, better businesses and better societies. There is much to be done, but together we can achieve equality for all.