Executive Assistant

March 10

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Forward Institute

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The Forward Institute is a non-profit organisation launched in 2015 with the mission of building a movement for responsible leadership. By engaging collaboratively with a Fellowship network of global leaders, we facilitate cross-sector learning and experimentation, creating space for challenging conversations and exploring the very real dilemmas leaders face.

Responsible Leadership

11 - 50 employees

📋 Description

• This is not just another EA role. We need someone exceptional - not just an organiser, but a strategic operator. • Manage complex scheduling, ensuring the CEO and MD time is spent on high-impact decisions. • Anticipate needs - proactively resolve conflicts before they happen, keep workflows seamless. • Handle information flow, distil complexity, and filter requests - acting as a true partner. • Support execution of our transformation plan - turning strategy into action. • Track commitments and ensure follow-through, so the right things happen at the right time. • Shape high-impact team engagement - from leadership offsites to annual retreats. • Draft and refine correspondence, presentations, and reports with precision and insight.

🎯 Requirements

• Super organised & detail-focused – You thrive on structure, precision and keeping everything running smoothly. • A proactive problem-solver – You take initiative and can handle shifting priorities. • Exceptional at relationships – You’re confident engaging senior leaders across sectors. • A tech early adopter – You use AI for clarity, structure, and speed. • A strong communicator – You are comfortable working with senior leaders and external partners. • Able to work at pace – You’ll need to stay on top of multiple priorities. • Discreet & professional – You handle sensitive information with absolute discretion. • A high-energy executor – You zoom out to see the big picture, then zoom back in to execute with precision and speed.

🏖️ Benefits

• A front-row seat in a next generation leadership advisory firm – Gain valuable exposure to leadership decision-making. • A meaningful, high-impact role – Be a key support in an organisation that drives leadership change. • A supportive and collaborative work environment – You’ll work closely with senior leaders who value your contributions. • A competitive salary – We recognise and reward the value of top talent. • A fixed-term opportunity – Perfect for those looking for interim experience in a senior EA role. • Private health insurance with Vitality - including discounted gym membership. • 5% employer pension contribution. • 30 days paid holiday + bank holidays. • Hybrid working - with a generous home office setup allowance. • A high-energy, high-impact team - we move fast, challenge each other, and love what we do. • A mission-driven organisation - we don’t just talk about responsible leadership; we live it. • Access to world-class development opportunities - from cutting-edge training to incredible speakers you won’t hear anywhere else. • Serious investment in your growth - we prioritise training, mentorship, and the tools you need to operate at your highest level.