Executive Assistant

Location: Hybrid working with a base at Kings Hill, Kent (Regular in-person attendance required for key monthly and quarterly meetings) Salary: £35,000–£40,000 per annum Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full time We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant who is confident operating at Board level. Working as a trusted partner to our CEO and Chairman, providing high-quality support at the centre of Commercial Services Group. This is a role with real exposure, where your judgement, discretion and ability to stay one step ahead will make a tangible difference. Who we are Commercial Services Group (CSG) is one of the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading organisations, operating 33 businesses across education, energy, IT, procurement, HR and more. With over 1,800 employees, our ambition is to create value and impact for every customer, every day. Our mission is simple. We support the delivery of better public services to help people live, learn and thrive. This purpose underpins everything we do. A significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services, enabling us to combine commercial performance with meaningful social value. Why this role matters You will enable the CEO and Chairman to operate at pace and with focus, ensuring priorities are clear, time is protected and key activity runs seamlessly. The role requires sound judgement and absolute discretion. You will be trusted with sensitive information and will regularly interact with senior stakeholders, including at Board level, making professionalism and credibility essential. What you’ll be doing Managing complex diaries and inboxes, balancing competing priorities and changing demands Coordinating Board, Executive and governance meetings, ensuring everything runs smoothly Acting as a key point of contact for senior internal and external stakeholders Building strong relationships across the organisation and wider network Preparing high-quality briefings, documents and communications Handling confidential information with care and sound judgement Anticipating needs, resolving issues early and keeping things on track Supporting wider strategic activity and projects where required What we’re looking for Proven experience supporting senior leaders at Board or Executive level Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively Excellent judgement and confidence in decision making A high level of discretion and professionalism Strong communication and relationship-building skills A proactive, calm and solutions-focused approach Confidence working with senior stakeholders Flexibility to attend key in-person meetings at Kings Hill What you’ll get in return Salary of £35,000–£40,000 per annum 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 after four years Birthday Day Off One concessionary day during the Christmas period Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution Life assurance cover Flexible hybrid working, with a balance of remote working and key in-person meetings that supports both performance and personal commitments The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and be part of key decision-making activity A supportive and collaborative working environment Why CSG? CSG is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £800 million in revenue per annum and supporting more than 16,000 education and public sector customers globally. We are growing through a combination of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our businesses deliver services across education, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and more, all focused on delivering meaningful impact. As a locally owned organisation, we take pride in reinvesting a significant proportion of our profits into frontline services, helping strengthen the communities we serve. Inclusion & Accessibility We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds. As a member of Inclusive Employers and a Working Families Employer , we are actively building an environment that supports inclusion, flexibility and belonging for all colleagues. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process; please let us know if you require any.