Executive Assistant to Directors

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Assistant to join our successful and growing International Schools Group.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join us at an exciting stage of our development, supporting our continued growth. It would suit an experienced professional comfortable working independently to manage complex challenges and workloads.  

The Opportunity

The role will be responsible for providing comprehensive day to day support to the Directors, as well as management and organisation of key company documentation and supporting progression of key projects. The post holder must be comfortable working within a fast paced environment supporting the challenging and various needs of Senior Executives and Directors of the company. Prior experience working within a legal environment would be a distinct advantage. 

The role will be primarily office based office based and is expected to be part time around 3-4 days per week (approx 0.6 FTE). Although opportunities for flexible working patterns are available, with either shorter daily hours or pro rata days providing flexibility around personal commitments. Interested candidates should confirm their preferred working hours / days within their application to support consideration. Candidates should also review the job description attached below for more details prior to submitting their application. 

Why join us?

You will join a strong, experienced and award-winning team, with specialist expertise across key areas of School Management and Business Support. Working closely with your colleagues and Group’s Executive Committee, you will be provided with opportunities develop your expertise and work with colleagues at a senior level.

This is an exciting opportunity to:

• Collaborate with influential individuals and leaders, who have a wide range of expertise in both the international school market and business operations.
• Engage with colleagues, business contacts, and networks of influential leaders across the globe.
• Benefit from opportunities for professional growth and continuous improvement in practice.

How to apply?

If you have the experience and the desire to join us, please submit your application to recruitment@orbitaled.com. We urge interested candidates to apply without delay to avoid disappointment. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the vacancy may close once strong candidates have been found.

Applications should include your up-to-date CV and details of two referees, including your most recent employer. It should include a covering letter, highlighting how your experience, knowledge and skills match those of the ideal candidate set out above and within the role profile. Should you require any additional information or clarification in respect of this advertisement or process, please contact Andy Edgar, Group Head of HR on +44 (0)161 250 1755 or via recruitment@orbitaled.com

Orbital Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to consent to an enhanced DBS (in the UK) or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.