Full job description Job Title: Executive Assistant

Location: Canary Wharf, London

Contract Type: 12 month fixed term contract and a basic DBS check and Security Clearance will be applied for as part of the onboarding process

Salary: £39,500 per annum

Start Date: Immediate

Working Arrangement: Hybrid working with 40% office attendance per week

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to provide efficient and responsive executive-level support to a senior leader within a public sector organisation. This role involves managing and prioritising their time, supporting the leadership of a key directorate, and enabling focus on strategic issues. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work autonomously and effectively under pressure. Experience supporting at COO and CEO levels is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

· Manage the COO’s diary and inbox, prioritising appointments and addressing conflicts

· Prepare daily meeting packs, including schedules and necessary documentation

· Support the COO in their role on various boards and committees

· Organise travel and accommodation arrangements while processing expenses

· Collaborate with internal teams to collate and report management information

· Coordinate meetings and events, ensuring effective communication and documentation

· Engage with external stakeholders and support cross-departmental initiatives

· Work closely and collaboratively with colleagues at all levels of seniority and leading other PA’s and EA’S across the organisation




Person Specification:

· Experience in providing executive support at COO and CEO level

· Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines

· Strong administrative and organisational skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office

· Excellent communication and influencing skills

· Experience in a similar role within the public sector is preferred




Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual’s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.