Executive Assistant to Founder

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support the founder of a rapidly expanding accounting firm and an emerging technology startup. The role blends high‑level calendar and travel management with cross‑business operational support, ensuring the founder stays organized and focused on growth.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and synchronise calendars, appointments and schedules across two companies.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including itineraries and accommodations.
• Prepare and distribute industry‑specific information and communications.
• Provide administrative and operational assistance to keep the executive accountable and ahead of priorities.
• Introduce structure and calm to a fast‑paced environment, handling competing demands efficiently.

Required profile

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable working autonomously and juggling multiple priorities.
• Proactive, taking initiative while knowing when to seek guidance.
• Professional, personable and an excellent communicator.
• Tech‑savvy and quick to learn new systems.
• Thrives in a fast‑moving, entrepreneurial setting.
• Insolvency experience is a plus but not essential.

Required skills

What we offer

• Supportive, positive team culture with a strong focus on wellbeing.
• Flexible working expectations and reasonable hours.
• Regular staff events, socials and ongoing CPD opportunities.
• Direct exposure to a driven founder and two high‑growth businesses.
• Clear career progression into operations, people & culture, or HR leadership.