Junior Executive Assistant

JUNIOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT FOR PRESTIGIOUS PRIVATE FAMILY ESTATE IN OXFORDSHIRE

• Salary: £45,000 gross p.a.
• Location: Oxfordshire, UK
• Contract: 12-month contractors' agreement, renewable with bonus potential
• Start Date: Immediate

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and discreet Junior Executive Assistant to join a highly private Ultra-High Net Worth family at their distinguished Oxfordshire estate. This is a permanent role offering a unique experience to work within a dynamic team dedicated to the highest standards of professionalism.

The Role:

You will provide comprehensive support to a Senior Executive Assistant and Head of Operations, ensuring smooth management of day-to-day operations. While the Senior EA is currently working remotely, this role requires your presence on-site (at least 4 days per week), offering the potential for progression depending on the evolving needs of the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborative diary and travel management
• Conducting thorough research and making informed decisions
• Handling basic finances and administrative duties with precision
• Filing, reporting, and upholding systems of confidentiality
• Limited direct interaction with the principal family, preserving their privacy and security

Working Arrangements:

• Based on the main estate with a dedicated team housed in a cottage/office complex
• 4 days on-site presence with an option for 1 remote working day
• Initial 12-month (renewable) contract following a 3-month probation period
• Role is self-employed with a discretionary bonus structure

Requirements:

• Exceptional command of English and exemplary communication skills
• Ideally, you'll have experience within a private office or household
• Must live within a 1-hour commute of the estate
• Well-presented, balanced in maturity, with an ability to operate with the utmost discretion

Offer:

• £45,000 gross per annum with the potential for an increase post-probation based on performance
• Working alongside experienced staff, including nannies, housekeepers, security, and drivers
• Access to full tech-stack and all the working tools you need to support your role

Recruitment Process:

• Rigorous security vetting
• First and second-stage interviews to be held in London on Wednesday, 27 March, or thereafter on site in Oxfordshire

Join our client's close-knit team and contribute to the seamless operation of a sprawling 80-acre estate. This role is perfect for someone who respects privacy, values attention to detail, and seeks to step into a world of high standards and excellence.