Lead Executive Assistant - 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract\n\nMorgan McKinley is working in partnership with a leading global consultancy firm to recruit an experienced Lead Executive Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing, international organisation and provide senior-level support within a fast-paced, professional services environment.\n\nThe Role\nAs Lead Executive Assistant, you will provide strategic, proactive support to senior leaders while acting as a role model and point of escalation for the wider EA community. This role is critical to ensuring smooth executive operations and driving best practice across executive support.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nProvide high-level executive support to senior partners, including complex diary management, travel coordination, and meeting preparation\nAct as a trusted partner to executives, anticipating needs and managing competing priorities\nLead by example within the EA team, promoting consistent standards and best practices\nCoordinate across global stakeholders, time zones, and cultures\nSupport key business initiatives, projects, and internal events\nManage sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism\nIdentify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and ways of workingAbout You\n\nProven experience as a Senior or Lead Executive Assistant, ideally within consultancy or professional services\nExperience supporting C-suite or senior leadership teams\nExceptional organisational skills with strong attention to detail\nStrong communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels\nComfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment\nProactive, resilient, and solutions-focused\nAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration toolsWhy Apply?\n\nOpportunity to work with senior leaders in a world-class global consultancy\nExposure to international stakeholders and high-impact projects\nCollaborative, inclusive, and high-performing culture\nCompetitive salary and benefitsIf you are an experienced Executive Assistant seeking a challenging 12-month contract, Morgan McKinley would be delighted to hear from you.\n\nApply now to find out more about this exciting opportunity