EA to Entrepreneur/Founder - Design Start-Ups, East London!

We are looking for an intelligent, experienced and super organised yet creative thinking EA to support a dynamic and successful entrepreneur. Founder of two companies within the design space, our client is forward thinking, innovative and disrupting its industry.  

This a highly strategic and facilitative role that requires a first-class EA who can provide support in a fast-paced and agile environment. You must be able to think quickly and in an intelligent way and operate with a start-up mentality.  

Responsibilities will include: 

• Proactive management of a complex and dynamic schedule 
• Participate in strategic and tactical business planning & implementation, requiring close communication and interaction with team
• Gatekeeping by deploying strong judgement to effectively manage and advise day-to-day schedules and interactions
• Organising travel itineraries and Visas 
• Organise shipments and logistics of products globally
• Internal and external liaison including investors, stakeholders
• Exercise strong judgment and discretion with confidential information
• Produce presentations, reports, meeting minutes and more
• Daily administrative tasks
• Ad hoc special requests 

What we are looking for:

• Solid EA experience and must have supported at Founder/C-suite level
• Experience within the tech/design industry would be advantageous
• Start-up experience preferable or worked within a company that has experienced fast growth
• A strategic planner with sound technology skills, analytical ability, good judgment and strong operational focus 
• Proven business acumen based on a broad understanding of all aspects of business 
• Exemplary ability to understand the interests of the parties working with the CEO
• As the CEO’s Assistant, the role requires a highly resourceful individual with strong emotional intelligence, self-motivation, and excellent analytical skills.