Executive Assistant to the CEO
On-site · London, England, United Kingdom or Reading, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Executive Assistant to the CEO at Thales UK, partnering with the CEO and senior leadership to manage complex priorities, liaise with senior Government and Defence stakeholders, and provide first-class executive support. The role leads the Executive Office support team, coordinates diary management, prepares briefings and materials for meetings across multiple time zones, plans off-site events and VIP visits, mentors the Exec Office team, oversees the London Customer Office, and travels as required to UK Thales offices. Security Clearance (SC) is a stated requirement, with eligibility criteria around UK residence history. The position requires discretion, strong stakeholder management at senior levels, and the ability to influence and negotiate effectively within a fast-paced, high-impact environment. Must be highly organized, proactive, and able to operate with professionalism and discretion on sensitive government and defence-related engagements.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience supporting C-Suite executives, ideally within complex, fast-paced organisations
- Strong understanding (or exposure to) UK Government, Ministerial, or Defence sectors
- Exceptional organisation, prioritisation, and problem-solving skills
- Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Confidence to influence, negotiate, and challenge at senior levels
- Absolute discretion and integrity when handling confidential information
- Experience leading and mentoring others with a passion for team development and knowledge in employee management
- Ability to travel within the UK and manage multi-time zone scheduling
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools
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