Executive Assistant to Design Director - Maternity Cover
Heatherwick Studio are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant for a 12-month maternity cover to support our Design Director and ensure their time is used strategically across projects, meetings, and external engagements. You’ll lead the coordination of the Design Director’s office, supported by a Personal Assistant and Team Assistant, and work closely with internal teams and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and prioritise the Design Director’s schedule.
- Prepare for meetings and ensure timely follow-up.
- Coordinate travel and maximise time abroad.
- Act as liaison with senior leaders and external partners.
- Oversee projects and manage correspondence.
- Line manage the Personal Assistant and oversee Team Assistant support.
What We’re Looking For
- Exceptional organisational and communication skills.
- Strategic thinker with strong project management experience.
- Ability to balance professional and personal priorities seamlessly.
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- Department
- Directors Office
- Locations
- London
- Employment type
- Contract
We expect all studio members to work together with honesty and integrity, and to have genuine care for each other.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered without regard to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, neurodiversity status or disability status.
We encourage all people from historically underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
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