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Diary Manager to the CEO

London Temporary £20 - £22 per hour View Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for a Diary Manager to the CEO to provide efficient and seamless support in a busy public sector environment. The role requires exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage complex schedules with precision in London.
  • Diary Manager to CEO required for immediate start!
  • 12-month fixed-term role within a professional public sector organisation.

About Our Client

The organisation is a respected public sector body based in London, dedicated to delivering impactful services and initiatives. As part of a medium-sized team, it offers a professional and structured environment to support its objectives.

Job Description

  • Manage a complex and frequently changing diary for the CEO, ensuring effective prioritisation and use of time
  • Anticipate pressures and emerging issues, proactively identifying risks, conflicts, and opportunities, and proposing solutions
  • Apply sound judgement to assess competing meeting requests, working closely with the Private Office team
  • Coordinate meetings end-to-end, including logistics such as room bookings, hybrid set-ups, and visitor access
  • Respond calmly to short-notice changes, maintaining discretion and professionalism at all times
  • Liaise confidently with senior internal and external stakeholders, including private offices and partner organisations
  • Coordinate travel arrangements, ensuring all logistics run smoothly
  • Act as the first point of contact for diary-related queries, preparing agendas, papers, and notes as required
  • Work collaboratively across teams and provide additional administrative support to the CEO as needed

The Successful Applicant

A successful Diary Manager to the CEO should have:

  • Proven experience within a Private Office, Executive Office, or similar senior support environment
  • Strong diary management experience, with the judgement and confidence to manage competing priorities and changing demands
  • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
  • A proactive, solutions-focused approach to work

What's on Offer

  • Hourly rate of £22.64 (inclusive of holiday pay)
  • 12-month fixed-term appointment within a professional public sector organisation
  • Based in London, with excellent transport links
  • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a supportive environment



If you are ready to take on this important Diary Manager role to the CEO within the public sector, apply today to join this London-based team.

Contact
Bridget Wilson
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7011091
Phone number
+44 207 269 2105

Job summary

Job function
Business Support
Subsector
PA
Sector
Public Sector
Location
London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Bridget Wilson
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2105
Job reference
JN-052026-7011091