Executive Assistant to Chair and CEO

Great British Energy (GBE) is a new publicly owned energy company with a clear purpose: to power Britain with clean, secure, home‑grown energy and to help position the UK as a global leader in the clean energy transition. Our mission is Public Ownership of Energy with Purpose. We exist to accelerate clean energy deployment, strengthen energy security, and ensure that UK workers, communities and taxpayers share directly in the benefits of a cleaner, more resilient energy system. GBE will invest in, develop, build and operate the technologies the UK needs to increase energy independence, while giving communities a direct stake in the transition. GBE is being built to last - our ambition is to become a lasting institution the public can be proud of, and a developer, constructor and owner of energy that is Clean, Secure and Yours. From our base in Aberdeen, we are establishing GBE as a cornerstone of the UK's energy landscape. Joining GBE means contributing at the very start of this journey: delivering long‑term public value, helping shape the UK's energy future, and building your career in a mission‑led, values‑driven organisation. Our ambition is to become a lasting national institution that the British public will be proud of; a developer, constructor and owner of homegrown energy that is Clean, Secure and Yours. From our base in Aberdeen, we are building GBE not just as a company, but as a cornerstone of the UK's energy landscape: a trusted, transparent and innovative public champion that stands shoulder to shoulder with the leading state-owned energy companies of Europe. GBE will become recognised both at home and abroad as a world-class energy institution that embodies the values, expertise and ambition of the UK. The Great British Energy Act, which received Royal Assent in May 2025, provided for the UK's first publicly owned national energy company to develop, own and operate energy assets since the privatisation of the Central Electricity Generating Board in the early 1990s. The 2025 Spending Review allocated GBE and GBE Nuclear over £8.3 billion to deploy towards our missions of delivering clean energy for the people. More details can be found in the Great British Energy founding statement. About the Role Great British Energy is seeking two exceptional Executive Assistants to support our Chair and Chief Executive. These roles operate at the centre of a fast-paced organisation shaping the UK's energy future. As an Executive Assistant, you will be accountable for delivering a critical executive support workstream that enables the effective operation of GBE's most senior leaders. You will apply sound judgement to manage complex priorities, anticipate issues, coordinate stakeholders and ensure that the Chair and Chief Executive are equipped to focus on strategic decisions and organisational delivery. Beyond providing outstanding executive support, you will act as a trusted coordinator across the organisation, driving the effective flow of information, supporting governance and decision-making processes, and identifying opportunities to improve Executive Office operations. You will work independently within broad objectives, exercising discretion and initiative to resolve issues, manage competing demands and maintain momentum on key activities. Working closely with the Business Manager and wider Executive Office, you will contribute to the development of a professional, resilient and high-performing Executive Office, helping to establish systems, processes and ways of working that support GBE's growth and long-term success. Key Responsibilities Executive Support and co-ordination

• Lead the day-to-day executive support function for the Chair or Chief Executive, ensuring time, attention and resources are aligned to organisational priorities.
• Manage highly complex diaries and competing commitments, exercising judgement to balance priorities and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Proactively assess incoming requests, identifying issues requiring escalation and taking ownership of appropriate actions.
• Anticipate emerging risks, pressures and opportunities, providing options and recommendations to support effective decision-making. Stakeholder Coordination and Engagement
• Act as a key point of coordination between senior leaders, Directors, Government stakeholders, external partners and wider colleagues across GBE.
• Build effective relationships across the organisation to secure timely information, alignment and delivery of priorities.
• Influence and coordinate stakeholders to ensure actions, commitments and deadlines are delivered effectively.
• Support high-profile external engagements and visits, ensuring a professional and consistent experience for stakeholders. Governance, Briefings and Decision Support
• Ensure senior leaders are appropriately prepared for meetings, visits and engagements through effective planning and coordination.
• Track actions, decisions and commitments arising from meetings, ensuring appropriate follow-up and accountability.
• Maintain oversight of key organisational activities and priorities through robust planning and monitoring processes. Executive Office Improvement and Delivery
• Provide flexible support across both Chair and CEO where required, contributing to a collaborative and resilient team model.
• Identify opportunities to improve Executive Office processes, systems and ways of working, implementing practical solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Role model exemplary behaviours as EAs for EAs across the organisation, providing formal and informal support and training to all EAs.
• Contribute to the development of standards, guidance and approaches that support a professional and high-performing Executive Office.
• Support business continuity across the Executive Office through flexible deployment and collaborative working.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues where appropriate, contributing to capability building and knowledge sharing. Operational Planning and Logistics
• Lead the planning and coordination of complex travel, visits and events, ensuring effective risk management and contingency planning.
• Resolve operational issues independently wherever possible, escalating only when required.
• Ensure accurate records, information management and administrative processes are maintained to a high standard.
• Act as a professional and approachable point of contact, representing the Executive Office with credibility and care.
• Attend and support in-person meetings and engagements with the Chair and CEO around the UK as required. Person Specification Essential Experience and Skills
• Proven experience providing proactive, high-quality administrative or executive support, managing complex diaries, inboxes, and logistics in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and ensure nothing falls through the gaps.
• Experience co-ordinating meetings and senior engagements, including scheduling, preparing materials, and tracking actions through to completion.
• Ability to work at pace with accuracy, remaining calm under pressure and adapting quickly to changing priorities.
• Excellent communication and relationship skills, with the confidence to work with senior stakeholders and represent the Executive Office professionally. Desirable Skills
• Experience supporting senior stakeholders or leadership teams, with exposure to fast-paced or high-profile environments.
• Experience working in a central coordination role (e.g. Private Office, corporate office, or operations team), managing competing demands and priorities.
• Confidence managing complex logistics and travel arrangements, including high-profile visits or events.
• Familiarity with preparing briefing materials or supporting meetings, including tracking actions and maintaining forward plans.
• Proactive approach to improving ways of working, with an interest in systems, organisation, and making processes more efficient.