At a Glance
- Tasks: Support senior leaders with diary management, communication, and project coordination.
- Company: Join an award-winning yacht design studio known for its creativity and excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working hours, 25 days holiday, and fully subsidised health insurance.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a fast-paced, creative environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team shaping luxury projects and building strong client relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in executive support and strong organisational skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
RWD is searching for an exceptional Executive Assistant to support the Project Director, Director of Exterior Design and Head of Interior Design within our award‑winning yacht design studio. You’ll provide proactive, high‑level administrative and organisational support — managing diaries, monitoring email communication, preparing action lists and helping maintain clear priorities across fast‑moving project and departmental workflows. You’ll anticipate needs, support meeting preparation, coordinate travel and help ensure communication flows smoothly between senior leaders, internal teams and external partners.
This role requires exceptional professionalism, discretion and attention to detail. As RWD serves ultra‑high‑net‑worth clients, you’ll uphold the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality and service. Flexibility is essential, with occasional out‑of‑hours availability and international travel required.
HOW YOU'LL HELP SHAPE OUR PROJECTS
- Manage diaries, schedules and meeting coordination for senior leaders
- Monitor email communication and respond on behalf of the Principals where appropriate
- Prepare weekly action lists and support the progression of priorities
- Maintain awareness of project milestones and company activities
- Coordinate internal teams, external partners and clients
- Work closely with the wider support team to ensure seamless diary alignment
- Support travel arrangements, presentations and follow‑ups
- Build strong relationships with clients, shipyards, brokers and partners
- Facilitate clear communication between senior leaders and the wider team
- Manage ad hoc requests with professionalism and discretion
THE SKILLS YOU’LL BRING
- Experience in executive support, project coordination or similar organisational roles
- Strong IT capability, particularly MS Office; InDesign experience is beneficial
- Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills
- Outstanding written and verbal communication
- Professional, confident and friendly approach
- Ability to use initiative while knowing when to seek guidance
- Proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently
- Eligible to work in the UK
BENEFITS & FLEXIBILITY
- Flexible working with core hours
- 25 days’ holiday as well as bank holidays, plus studio closure over Christmas
- Fully subsidised private health insurance and dental
- Life insurance
- Annual salary review
Locations
Executive Assistant in Beaulieu, Hampshire employer: RWD
RWD is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment within our award-winning yacht design studio located in the UK. We prioritise employee growth through flexible working arrangements, comprehensive benefits including fully subsidised private health insurance, and a collaborative culture that fosters strong relationships among team members and clients alike. Join us to be part of a team that values professionalism, integrity, and creativity while supporting ultra-high-net-worth clients in shaping extraordinary projects.
