Executive Assistant to CEO - Global Creative Agency, Central London (FTC)

Joining a global creative agency, we are seeking a standout Executive Assistant to support a high-performing CEO on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a rare opportunity to partner closely with an authentic, values-led leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional client outcomes and creating a meaningful impact beyond the business.

You will work in a dynamic, fast-moving environment alongside ambitious colleagues, engaging with international stakeholders across a varied client base. This role is for someone who can hit the ground running, make an immediate impact, and shape the role alongside the CEO.

As Executive Assistant to the CEO, you will provide high-level, one-to-one executive support, requiring discretion, sound judgment, and strong commercial awareness. You will also lead and mentor a team of Executive Assistants, ensuring operational excellence and consistency across the agency. You will be central to the leadership function, working closely with teams globally and collaborating with another Director to establish and embed governance structures, operating cadences, and executive workflows. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide high-level, autonomous support to the CEO, taking full ownership of the office, diary, inbox, travel, and workflow.
• Act as a trusted advisor and gatekeeper, ensuring the CEO remains focused on strategic priorities and removing operational distractions.
• Protect and enhance the CEO’s personal and professional brand through clear, considered, and professional communication.
• Coordinate meetings, events, and travel across multiple time zones, liaising with senior clients, stakeholders, and media.
• Track, manage, and report on executive and leadership projects, ensuring clear communication of progress and outcomes.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Executive Assistants, fostering a cohesive, high-performing global EA function.
• Develop a strong understanding of the organisation’s strategic vision and priorities, supporting the CEO in driving initiatives through proactive execution and follow-through.

 What we’re looking for:

• Ideally 7+ years’ experience supporting C-suite executives within a global, fast-paced multi-national organisation 
• Experience managing or leading EA teams.
• Exceptional judgement, discretion and decision-making capability
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities
• A proactive, resilient, “can-do” individual with a flexible and positive approach