Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant (Governance) – Temporary Contract
Godstone, Surrey | £18 per hour | 3-month temporary contract with potential to extend | Onsite with potential to work from home 1 day per week

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

We’re currently recruiting for an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant (Governance) to join a values-led organisation based in Godstone on an initial 3-month temporary contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Executive Assistant or Governance professional to support senior leadership and trustees within a purpose-driven environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of governance processes, Board and committee administration, policy management, compliance tracking, and executive support to the Senior Management Team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating Board, committee, and SMT meetings
• Preparing agendas, papers, minutes, and action logs
• Maintaining governance and compliance registers
• Supporting policy review and publication processes
• Tracking organisational risks, actions, and deadlines
• Providing high-level executive support to senior leaders
• Managing confidential records, archiving, and documentation
• Coordinating trustee onboarding, declarations, and training records
• Supporting regulatory readiness and governance reporting

We’re looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in an Executive Assistant or Governance support role
• Excellent minute-taking and organisational skills
• Strong Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365 skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, calm, and solutions-focused approach
• Experience supporting senior leadership teams or boards

Experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector would be highly advantageous. xwzovoh

Due to the nature of the organisation, this role will require an Enhanced DBS check.

If you’re immediately available and interested in joining a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.