EA to founder | 8 month contract

EA to Founder | 8-Month Contract

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Shoreditch |Office-Based | 55k

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Maternity Cover (until August 2026)

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Our client, a highly regarded and design-led boutique architectural studio, is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support their Founder on an 8-month maternity contract. This is a fully office-based position and an excellent opportunity for a proactive, polished, EA who thrives in a creative and fast-moving environment. This role is a true right-hand role, and we’re seeking an experienced, client-facing, and dynamic EA who can step into this ambassadorial role seamlessly. The founder would love candidates with architecture experience ideally, but would consider someone from adjacent industries/environments too.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Provide comprehensive diary and travel management

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• Support strategic initiatives and help identify opportunities for operational improvement

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• Prepare meeting packs, take minutes, and track actions

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• Build and nurture strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

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• Manage the Founder’s inbox and communications

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• Handle personal support, including diary management, social arrangements, and ad hoc errands

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• Coordinate household logistics such as vehicle servicing and gift purchasing

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• Oversee day-to-day studio management

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About You

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• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant at senior or Founder level

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• Experience within architecture or design is advantageous

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• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

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• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactively steps ahead

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• Calm, composed, and solutions-focused, with a “no task too small” approach

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• Discreet, service-driven, and able to manage competing priorities effectively

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This is a wonderful opportunity to play a key role at the centre of an inspiring architectural practice, providing both business and personal support to a dynamic Founder.

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LRA Search is acting as the employment agency for this position.