Personal/Executive Assistant to Founder

Personal Assistant to Founder (Full-Time, Office-Based)

Location: Saffron Walden, Essex
Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 (dependent on experience)
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

We are recruiting for a fast-growing, high-technology UK company operating in a defence-critical sector, seeking an exceptional Personal Assistant to support our Founder and Managing Director. Due to the sensitive nature of our work, this position is fully office-based in Saffron Walden, five days per week. This is a trusted, high-impact role at the centre of an ambitious, scaling business and would suit someone who is confident operating in a senior environment and comfortable managing complex priorities with authority and discretion.

The role combines both executive and private support and requires a highly proactive individual with outstanding organisational skills. You will manage the Founder's busy diary, inbox, meetings, and follow-ups, coordinate complex travel and logistics for both business and occasional private requirements, and handle personal and household administration. Acting as a key point of contact internally and externally, you will represent the Founder with professionalism and confidence while supporting special projects and anticipating upcoming priorities. This is a role for someone who can think several steps ahead, remain calm under pressure, and take genuine ownership of outcomes.

We are looking for a candidate with proven experience supporting Founders, senior executives, or C-suite leaders. You will be highly organised, meticulous in your attention to detail, and trusted to handle sensitive information with absolute discretion. Communication skills must be excellent, and you should be comfortable interacting with senior stakeholders while maintaining the confidence to manage competing demands and strong personalities when required. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset is essential, as is the ability to work independently and make sound judgements. Multilingual skills are welcome, though not essential.

In return, the company offers a competitive salary in the range of £60,000 to £80,000 per annum, depending on experience, alongside the opportunity to hold a pivotal position within a fast-growing technology business. You will work closely with the Founder and gain exposure to high-level business strategy, confidential projects, and a dynamic leadership environment.

This is a fully office-based role located in Saffron Walden, and remote or hybrid working is not available due to the secure and sensitive nature of the industry.

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