Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant – Senior Leadership Support

Location: Oxford

Salary: Competitive, DOE Job Type: Temporary ( 6 months) , Full-time Sector: Executive Support / Digital Transformation

About the Role

Reed is delighted to be recruiting for a high-level Executive Assistant to support a senior leader within a forward-thinking, digitally driven organisation based in Oxford.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the centre of a major transformation programme, supporting a strategic leader who is driving innovation across technology, data, and digital services. You’ll play a key role in ensuring their time is used effectively, priorities are met, and operations run smoothly.

If you’re highly organised, confident managing complex schedules, and thrive in fast-paced environments, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a busy diary and inbox, balancing priorities and anticipating needs
• Coordinate complex UK and international travel arrangements, including visas
• Build strong relationships across departments and senior leadership teams
• Prepare briefing notes, draft correspondence, and manage confidential communications
• Organise large-scale events, away days, and internal committee meetings
• Collaborate with other Executive Assistants and administrative teams to ensure joined-up support
• Embrace digital tools and AI to streamline administrative processes and improve efficiency
• Support strategic goals across digital transformation, IT services, and governance

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Proven experience supporting senior executives in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong diary and email management capabilities
• High level of discretion, tact, and professionalism
• Excellent time management and decision-making skills
• Digitally confident, with strong Microsoft Office skills
• Ability to manage budgets and produce high-quality reports

Desirable:

• Experience in a large organisation undergoing transformation
• Familiarity with digital governance or technology-led environments

Why Apply?

This is more than just an EA role—it’s a chance to be part of a dynamic leadership team shaping the future of digital services. You’ll work closely with a visionary leader, gain exposure to strategic decision-making, and contribute to meaningful change across the organisation.