Executive Assistant

Vacancy Name: Executive Assistant

Country England

Office Location: London

About Us

Flexible/Agile Working: This hybrid role is based on a minimum of 60% onsite, 40% remote working model.

Join RICS, a globally respected organisation that sets the highest ethical standards across land, real estate, construction, and infrastructure, supporting 140,000 professionals worldwide.

At RICS, we are at the forefront of shaping the built and natural environment. As a prominent professional body, we empower our members with globally recognised qualifications, influential networks, and access to high quality resources.

Role Purpose and Key Responsibilities

As part of our Executive Assistant team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting senior Executives in the leadership and management of a high-performing, globally engaged organisation. This is a dynamic and varied role that requires exceptional organisation, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with confidence and professionalism. You will be a trusted partner to your Executives, ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations, governance processes, and strategic initiatives.

• Proactively manage complex diaries, travel arrangements, meetings, planning, and expenses for Executives.
• Coordinate and prepare agendas, papers, and documentation for governance and leadership meetings, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Organise internal and external meetings, including logistics, minutes, and follow-up actions.
• Manage operational processes such as HR records, contracts, budgets, and procurement systems.
• Support and lead projects and initiatives as directed by the Director, CEO Office and Executives.

About You

You are a highly capable and confident professional who brings a calm, solutions-focused approach to your work. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, are comfortable working with senior stakeholders, and are known for your discretion, attention to detail, and ability to get things done.

You will bring:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to balance empathy and assertiveness while maintaining confidentiality.
• Strong written communication skills, with a sharp eye for detail and experience preparing high-quality board-level documents.
• Confidence using a wide range of digital tools and systems to streamline workflows and manage information effectively.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and financial security. This includes:

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays

• Private medical insurance and wellbeing support

• Pension scheme, life assurance, and income protection

• Enhanced family leave and volunteering opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer:

RICS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, as we believe that our differences drive our performance. Please let us know if we can support you with any adjustments to our recruitment process.

Candidates must have the correct right to work in the country where the role is based.

How to Apply:

To apply, please complete our short online application form. You will be asked to upload your CV and provide a statement explaining why this specific role at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors is an ideal opportunity for you, and how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.

Please note that while we aim to keep adverts open for a reasonable period, we do reserve the right to close them early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.