Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant
Location: Salisbury
Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 1.5 days from home
Salary: Up to £45,000
Hours: Full-time (school hours considered)
Are you organised, proactive and naturally curious? Do you enjoy building relationships, juggling multiple priorities and being at the heart of a busy team? If so, this could be a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected executive search firm in the heart of Salisbury.
We are looking for an Executive Assistant to support three Partners, with a primary focus on a busy and entrepreneurial Partner who needs a proactive right-hand person to help manage priorities, coordinate activity and keep everything running smoothly.
This is a varied role that combines traditional EA responsibilities with research, project coordination, client engagement and business support. You’ll become involved in executive search projects, relationship management, company research, client hospitality and the day-to-day operations of a growing office. The successful candidate will be someone who enjoys getting involved, takes initiative and is always thinking one step ahead.
Key Responsibilities

• Diary and meeting management for Partners
• Coordinating client and candidate meetings
• Supporting executive search assignments and project delivery
• Researching companies, markets and industries, including utilising AI tools
• Assisting with relationship management and business development activities
• Organising client hospitality and events
• Preparing presentations, reports and correspondence
• Providing general office and administrative support

About You

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Proactive, resourceful and confident taking ownership
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Naturally inquisitive and keen to learn
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities
• Previous experience in recruitment, executive search, administration, coordination or EA support would be advantageous
• Looking for a busy, varied role with genuine scope for development

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working (3 days office-based)
• 4.5-day working week
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Supportive, professional and people-focused culture
• The opportunity to work closely with experienced Partners and gain valuable exposure to executive search and business operations

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious EA, coordinator or recruitment professional looking for a role where they can make a real impact, learn from experienced leaders and become an integral part of a growing business.