At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the COO with diary management, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination.
- Company: Join SThree, a global leader in STEM workforce consultancy.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, bonuses, 28 days holiday, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and a supportive workplace culture.
- Why this job: Be a key player in a dynamic environment and support senior leadership.
- Qualifications: Experience as a C-suite Executive Assistant and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Executive Assistant to the COO to operate as a true right-hand partner on a 12-month maternity cover basis. This is a senior, hands-on role requiring excellent judgement, strong business acumen, and the ability to operate with discretion at a C-suite level. The successful candidate will support the COO with complex diary management, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination, while also providing broader administrative support to the office of the COO. This role plays a key part in enabling the efficiency, focus, and effectiveness of one of SThree’s most senior leaders.
About us
SThree is the global STEM workforce consultancy, fusing ambition, expertise and technology. We advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions, to outpace tomorrow, together. We’ve been in STEM for more than 39 years– a global team with local expertise across specialist sectors in Engineering, Life Sciences and Technology. We aspire to be the game-changers in STEM. We are all in, we build partnerships, we think big, and we do the right thing. We bring skilled people together, whatever the speed, scale and scope of the ambitions, to build the future.
What you’ll be doing:
- Acting as the primary point of contact for the COO, internally and externally
- Managing complex diaries, inboxes, meetings, and international travel
- Preparing high-quality correspondence, reports, presentations, and meeting packs
- Ensuring the COO is fully briefed pre‑meeting and supported with follow‑up actions
- Managing stakeholder relationships across the business globally
- Coordinating ad‑hoc projects, events, and initiatives
- Handling sensitive information with absolute discretion and professionalism
- Providing occasional cover for other senior Executive Assistants
What we’re looking for:
- Proven experience as a C‑suite Executive Assistant / Personal Assistant, ideally within a technology or professional services environment
- Advanced proficiency across the Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong experience of minute taking and presentation preparation
- Demonstrated experience managing events and complex logistics
- Commercially minded with a strong sense of priority and outcome focus
- Proactive, calm under pressure, and consistently one step ahead
- Confident decision‑maker with strong problem‑solving skills
- Highly organised with excellent time management and attention to detail
- Trusted to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
What's in it for you:
- Hybrid working options for flexibility.
- Bonus linked to company and personal performance.
- 28 days holiday plus public holidays, with an annual leave purchase scheme.
- Private healthcare, discounted dental insurance, and health cashback scheme.
- Paid volunteering days and caregiver leave.
- Access to retail discounts and our company share scheme.
What we stand for:
We’re committed to ensuring that every colleague, candidate, and member of our community experiences fair, equitable, and respectful treatment. We strive to create an environment where everyone belongs, feels valued, and is supported to thrive. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, please let us know. We’re here to help.
Salary Range: £55,000-£70,000. This base salary range reflects the expected compensation for this role based on skills, experience, and market benchmarks. Final offers will be determined using objective criteria such as relevant experience and internal pay equity.
Executive Assistant to COO - 12 month FTC employer: SThree Management Services
SThree is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture, particularly for the Executive Assistant to COO role. With hybrid working options, generous holiday allowances, and a commitment to employee well-being through private healthcare and volunteering days, SThree empowers its team members to thrive both personally and professionally. The company’s dedication to innovation in the STEM sector, combined with opportunities for growth and development, makes it an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
SThree Management Services Recruitment Team
