Executive Assistant to the Chair

Were recruiting for an Executive Assistant to the Chair to join us. 

As the Executive Assistant you will provide highquality support to our newly appointed Chair and to help ensure the smooth efficient running of the Chairs Office. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives in a fastmoving environment enjoys building strong relationships and can combine strategic thinking with excellent organisational skills. Working closely with the Company Secretariat senior leaders and stakeholders across the business you will play a key part in supporting effective governance decisionmaking and engagement at the highest level.

Location: One Coleman Street - Occasionally required to attend offsite meetings across the UK to support board meetings and other events.

Working pattern: Hybrid working with in office presence required when the Chair is onsite (typically 3 days per week but with patterns than can vary).  During board weeks and other key meetings a full week of office attendance is required.

What youll be doing:

• Acting as a central coordination point between the Chair Board members Executive Committee and key internal and external stakeholders
• Preparing clear concise briefing materials and context for meetings and upcoming discussions
• Managing a dynamic diary and thoughtfully reprioritising commitments when required
• Coordinating Board papers prereads and governance materials in partnership with the Company Secretariat
• Supporting onsite Board and senior meetings ensuring a smooth and professional experience for all visitors
• Managing travel logistics itineraries and communications with accuracy and discretion
• Overseeing expenses and administrative processes and maintaining an organised responsive Chairs Office
• Anticipating needs by understanding context priorities and stakeholder expectations

Qualifications :

Who were looking for:

• Experience supporting a Chair CEO or senior Boardlevel leader
• Strong understanding of governance confidentiality and Board operations
• Background working in complex or regulated corporate environments
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence engaging with senior leaders
• Ability to remain calm detailfocused and effective during busy governance cycles
• Sound judgement discretion and the ability to handle sensitive information
• A proactive thoughtful approach with the ability to anticipate needs and connect information
• A collaborative professional style with curiosity and strong commercial awareness

Additional Information :

We welcome candidates returning from a career break to apply for this role.  

Legal & General is a leading financial services organisation named Britains Most Admired Company in 2023 for the second year running. Rated top in our sector and top for inspirational leadership we have a strong heritage and an exciting future. 

Were one of the worlds largest asset managers homebuilders pension providers and to form a unique business model which drives value for our customers and society. And enabling our people to create impact through work that is meaningful and valued. 

If you join us youll be part of a welcoming inclusive culture with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds views and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel. 

We strive to be open mindful and inclusive so are always willing to discussing flexible working arrangements and reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs. It doesnt matter if you dont meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths potential and connection to our purpose. 

If youre open to find out more wed love to hear from you. 

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At L&G we believe its possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. 

If you join us youll be part of a welcoming inclusive culture with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds views and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.

We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand we accommodate requests when we can. 

It doesnt matter if you dont meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths potential and connection to our purpose. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time