Executive Officer / EA, Projects, Operations and Management

C&C Search is currently recruiting an Executive Officer role covering Operations, EA support, Project and Team management within a high‑growth, global renewable energy business. Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 plus bonus. Hybrid set‑up: Predominantly office, 5 days per week with some flexibility on occasion. Benefits: 25 days holiday allowance, pension, private healthcare, annual bonus, direct exposure to senior leadership, excellent long‑term career progression, involvement in global operations and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, lead and structure the Team Support Office function, bringing consistency, governance and clear processes across the business.
• Oversee the full recruitment coordination lifecycle including agencies, interviews, onboarding and induction processes.
• Own global travel coordination including flights, accommodation, logistics and supplier management, ensuring efficiency and cost control.
• Manage and improve administrative systems including expenses, invoicing and document processes.
• Support HR operations including policies, onboarding, employee coordination and general HR administration (non‑payroll).
• Oversee office management and attendance coordination, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations in a growing office environment.
• Lead ESG and CSR reporting for company‑wide initiatives and ensure timely, structured delivery.
• Manage website, LinkedIn and wider communications to maintain consistency and quality.
• Coordinate training programmes and internal development initiatives.
• Organise company events, conferences and global initiatives.
• Provide hands‑on operational and organisational support to the CEO and senior leadership team.
• Identify gaps, implement new systems and continuously improve processes across all operational areas.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience as an Executive Officer, operations manager, office manager or in a senior business support/CEO office role.
• Experience across managing or mentoring a team, HR administration, travel coordination, operations or office management.
• Strong track record of building or improving processes, systems and ways of working.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of work.
• A proactive, solutions‑led mindset with a focus on efficiency, structure and delivery.
• Confident working closely with senior stakeholders and leadership teams.
• A mature, credible and grounded individual, comfortable operating in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.
• Someone who thrives on ownership, accountability and bringing rigour to a scaling business.

Company Overview

An international renewable energy business delivering large‑scale infrastructure and energy solutions across multiple regions, with a strong focus on sustainability, ESG and long‑term global impact.

Work Environment and Culture

A collaborative, welcoming and internationally connected business. The culture is ambitious, down‑to‑earth and execution‑focused, with a real emphasis on accountability, ownership and continuous improvement.