EA (C-Suite)

  • Hays
  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
  • Nov 27, 2025
Full time Administration

Job Description

Permanent EA Role, Cambridge with fantastic benefits

Your new company
Join a leading organisation at the heart of the UK's bioscience innovation ecosystem. Based just outside Cambridge, this company supports cutting-edge research and enterprise development in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. With a strong commitment to excellence, sustainability, and employee wellbeing, they offer a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-impact mission in a dynamic setting.
Your new roleAs Executive Assistant, you will provide high-level support to the senior leadership team, including the CEO, COO, CFO, and Chief Scientific & Innovation Officer. This is a pivotal role requiring exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage complex priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing executive diaries, travel arrangements, and meeting logistics
  • Preparing presentations, reports, and briefing materials
  • Coordinating board and leadership meetings, including agendas and minutes
  • Supporting strategic initiatives and governance processes
  • Acting as a key liaison for internal and external stakeholders
  • Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with internal policies
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a confident and proactive professional with:
  • Proven experience in a senior EA or Chief of Staff role
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools
  • Excellent time management and attention to detail
  • Experience in a scientific, innovation, or research-led environment is desirable.
What you'll get in return
This organisation offers a competitive benefit package including:
  • Generous pension scheme
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + 3 Christmas privilege days
  • Discretionary annual performance bonus
  • Private healthcare
  • Employee wellbeing and counselling services
  • Onsite restaurant and gym facilities
  • Nursery and holiday playscheme
  • Free car parking and green transport initiatives
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
The role is full-time, permanent, working on site or 4 days per week and 1 day working from home. A competitive salary of £36,000-£45,000 is offered dependent on experience.

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