Support a creative leader doing meaningful work across arts, culture and social change.
Alleyne& is looking for an experienced, thoughtful and highly organised Personal & Access Support Assistant to work closely with our Founder and CEO, Suzanne Alleyne.
This is a unique opportunity combining executive and personal assistance with access support for a neurodivergent creative leader. We’re looking for someone who can bring structure to complexity, anticipate needs and work with empathy, discretion and confidence.
The role at a glance
- Provide executive and personal assistance, including diary management, communications, documents and meeting preparation.
- Offer thoughtful, responsive access support to a neurodivergent leader with complex access and mental health needs.
- Help translate ideas into clear actions, priorities and plans.
- Support sustainable working practices, including managing overwhelm, maintaining focus and creating appropriate boundaries.
- Provide in-person logistical and access support during meetings, events and travel.
- Help coordinate work across a small, creative and internationally connected team.
Who we’re looking for
- At least 5 years’ experience in PA/EA or equivalent support roles.
- Experience supporting people with access, disability, neurodivergence or mental health needs.
- Exceptional organisation, communication and writing skills.
- Emotional intelligence, adaptability, discretion and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- A strong understanding of racism and its impacts, and a commitment to anti-racist and anti-ableist practice.
- A genuine interest in arts, culture, equity and purpose-led work.
- Experience supporting creative leaders, artists or founders would be particularly welcome.
Key information:
Location: London (Victoria/Pimlico area) - 4 days in person, 1 day remote
Hours: 35 hours per week
Rate: £20-£25 per hour, depending on experience
Contract: Initial 12-16 week freelance contract, with potential to extend or move to PAYE
Start: Immediate
This role requires four days of in-person working in London, occasional UK and international travel, and some flexibility around working hours.
We welcome applicants with non-traditional career paths and transferable experience.
About Alleyne&
Alleyne& is a purpose-led consultancy and research incubator working across arts, culture, organisational development and social change. Founded by cultural thinker Suzanne Alleyne, our work is grounded in her Neurology of Power research, exploring how a deeper understanding of power can support meaningful and equitable change. We’re a small, collaborative team that values different perspectives and ways of thinking. As Alleyne& evolves, this role offers the opportunity to contribute ideas, work closely with Suzanne and the team, and help shape how we work and grow.
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