PA to CEO
CV-LibraryNottinghampermanentPosted: 9 April 2026
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Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 DOE
Location: Office-based initially, hybrid working after settling-in period, Nottingham
Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays | Pension | Private Medical Insurance
This is not a traditional PA role and that’s exactly why it will suit the right person.
We’re recruiting an exceptional Personal Assistant to support a highly driven, entrepreneurial CEO. This is a demanding, fast-paced role working at senior level, where priorities can change quickly, plans regularly move, and everything feels urgent. If you thrive in that environment rather than feel overwhelmed by it, read on.
The role
You’ll be the trusted right-hand to the CEO acting as both gatekeeper and problem-solver, balancing traditional PA responsibilities with a strong client-facing element. One minute you may be managing diaries and preparing for meetings, the next you’ll be liaising directly with high-value clients or adapting plans that have just gone out of the window.
This role requires judgement, resilience and confidence. You’ll need to know when to protect the CEO’s time, when to escalate, and when to act independently.
What really matters in this role
This role is all about people skills and adaptability.
You must be:
Comfortable working closely with CEOs, founders and entrepreneurs
Confident dealing with clients professionally and warmly
Able to remain calm, organised and solutions-focused under pressure
Highly adaptable - plans change, priorities shift and pace is fast
Naturally proactive and reactive - you spot issues before they land, but act fast when they do
Resilient and unflappable - this is a high-expectations environment
You’ll need to be happy with flexibility; there may be occasions where the CEO calls before the standard start time, and you’ll need to be comfortable with that level of commitment.
Experience & style
Proven experience as a PA / EA at senior or executive level
Strong diary management and organisational skills
Professional, confident and personable communication style
Able to think independently and make sound judgement calls
Thrives in a fast-moving, changeable environment
The person you’ll be supporting
You’ll be working for a fair, personable and genuinely supportive CEO but one with high standards and big expectations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants a challenge, enjoys working at pace, and understands what it takes to support at this level.
If you’re looking for a role where you can truly add value, be trusted, and be at the heart of the business this could be an outstanding opportunity.
EMA25
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 DOE
Location: Office-based initially, hybrid working after settling-in period, Nottingham
Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays | Pension | Private Medical Insurance
This is not a traditional PA role and that’s exactly why it will suit the right person.
We’re recruiting an exceptional Personal Assistant to support a highly driven, entrepreneurial CEO. This is a demanding, fast-paced role working at senior level, where priorities can change quickly, plans regularly move, and everything feels urgent. If you thrive in that environment rather than feel overwhelmed by it, read on.
The role
You’ll be the trusted right-hand to the CEO acting as both gatekeeper and problem-solver, balancing traditional PA responsibilities with a strong client-facing element. One minute you may be managing diaries and preparing for meetings, the next you’ll be liaising directly with high-value clients or adapting plans that have just gone out of the window.
This role requires judgement, resilience and confidence. You’ll need to know when to protect the CEO’s time, when to escalate, and when to act independently.
What really matters in this role
This role is all about people skills and adaptability.
You must be:
Comfortable working closely with CEOs, founders and entrepreneurs
Confident dealing with clients professionally and warmly
Able to remain calm, organised and solutions-focused under pressure
Highly adaptable - plans change, priorities shift and pace is fast
Naturally proactive and reactive - you spot issues before they land, but act fast when they do
Resilient and unflappable - this is a high-expectations environment
You’ll need to be happy with flexibility; there may be occasions where the CEO calls before the standard start time, and you’ll need to be comfortable with that level of commitment.
Experience & style
Proven experience as a PA / EA at senior or executive level
Strong diary management and organisational skills
Professional, confident and personable communication style
Able to think independently and make sound judgement calls
Thrives in a fast-moving, changeable environment
The person you’ll be supporting
You’ll be working for a fair, personable and genuinely supportive CEO but one with high standards and big expectations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants a challenge, enjoys working at pace, and understands what it takes to support at this level.
If you’re looking for a role where you can truly add value, be trusted, and be at the heart of the business this could be an outstanding opportunity.
EMA25