Executive Assistant to the Founder

Job Description – Executive Assistant

Location: Staines-upon-Thames, UK

Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum

Position Type: Full-Time (5 days per week)

Office Attendance: Mandatory office day – Tuesday & as per business requirement

Travel Requirement: Travel to other property locations (Slough, Staines, Maidenhead, High Wycombe, Central)

About Scrumconnect

Scrumconnect Consulting is a UK-wide, award-winning software development and consulting firm with over 300 consultants nationwide. We partner with major UK public sector organisations to design and deliver impactful, citizen-focused digital services that have reached over 50 million citizens and saved taxpayers more than £25 million.

We are passionate about building technology and services that make a real difference. Our culture is built on collaboration, inclusion, and continuous learning—empowering each team member to grow and thrive.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and organised Executive Assistant to provide high-quality administrative and operational support to senior stakeholders (Chief Financial Officer) while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our Staines-upon-Thames office and associated property locations.

This role is ideal for a highly organised individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities, and acting as a trusted point of coordination between leadership, internal teams, and external stakeholders.

Applicants must be based locally in or around Staines-upon-Thames and have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Key Responsibilities

Executive & Administrative Support

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior leaders (CFO), including diary management, meeting coordination, and preparation of agendas, packs, and minutes.
• Manage correspondence on behalf of executives, ensuring timely and professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and spreadsheets to support decision-making and business operations.
• Maintain accurate and well-organised digital and physical records, documentation, and confidential information.
• Support procurement activities, including obtaining quotes, raising purchase orders, and liaising with suppliers.

Office & Operations Coordination

• Support day-to-day office operations, ensuring a professional and well-organised working environment.
• Coordinate office logistics including equipment, supplies, access arrangements, and onsite support.
• Act as a central point of contact for office-related queries and issues, resolving them efficiently.

Property & Facilities Support

• Act as a point of contact for tenant and property-related queries across multiple locations.
• Assist with coordinating maintenance requests, contractor visits, safety checks, and inspections.
• Support compliance documentation, including leases, certifications, and property records.
• Assist with rent tracking, invoicing, and monitoring of property-related budgets and expenses.

Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience or strong interest in executive support, administration, operations, or facilities management.
• Exceptional organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, customer-focused approach.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proactive, reliable, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Full UK driving licence preferred for occasional site visits.
• Minimum of 6+ years experience

Benefits

• Clear progression and development opportunities.
• Ongoing training and development in executive support, operations, and business coordination.
• Friendly, collaborative, and inclusive working culture.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Comprehensive company benefits, including:
• Private medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free / on-site parking
• Company social events