Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive

About us

We work with doctors, physician associates (PAs), anaesthesia associates (AAs), those they care for and other stakeholders to support good, safe patient care across the UK. We set the standards doctors, PAs, AAs and their educators need to meet, and help them achieve them. If there are concerns these standards may not be met or that public confidence in doctors, PAs, or AAs may be at risk, we can investigate and take action if needed.

The role

Are you a highly organised, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you excel at managing competing priorities while building strong relationships with senior leaders? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the General Medical Council (GMC) as the Executive Assistant to our Chief Executive.

As an Executive Assistant, you will:

• Provide high-level executive support to the Chief Executive, ensuring their diary, priorities, and commitments are managed seamlessly.
• You’ll play a pivotal role in enabling the Chief Executive and Chair to deliver their strategic objectives, working closely with the Office of the Chief Executive and Chair (OCCE) team and senior stakeholders across the organisation.

 This role goes beyond diary management—you will be part of a team that advises the CE; triaging priorities, coordinating key engagements, and ensuring the Chief Executive is fully prepared for every meeting, event, and discussion.

The person

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive professional with proven experience supporting senior executives in challenging, complex and political environments.

• You are a confident communicator, able to quickly build credibility with all colleagues (senior leaders) and external stakeholders, while remaining discreet, professional, and committed to confidentiality.

• You possess strong problem-solving skills, and can  and make decisions. based on a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• You thrive in a high-performing, close-knit team, and can collaborate with colleagues while knowing when to escalate, delegate, or advise.

• You have experience in a Private Office or similar high-pressure setting, or are able to demonstrate the capacity to operate effectively in one.
• You will also demonstrate outstanding administration, diary, and inbox management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities promptly, accurately, and efficiently.

 This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a real impact. If you’re confident, proactive, and ready to go beyond traditional EA support, we’d love to hear from you.

Full details of tasks and essential skills can be found in the job description.

Working Arrangements

This is a hybrid role, combining home and office working. You will be expected to work in the office at least one-two days per week on average, with additional days during the induction period and when necessary to support the Office of the Chair and Chief Executive. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements in line with our policy.

GMC benefits

You’ll benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people with several excellent benefits including:

• 30 days holiday with the option to buy and sell more
• A generous employer pension contribution of 15%
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Attractive salary that’s reviewed annually
• Private medical insurance (taxable benefit)
• Bike lockers and shower facilities

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How to apply for the role

If you are interested in applying for this role, please provide a CV and a supporting statement, which demonstrates your reason for applying and a summary of how you meet the essential skills listed in the job description, providing examples where possible.

Please note, applications submitted without the above information will be considered incomplete and not shortlisted.

Details on how to complete the application can be found in the attached guidance document.

We will let you know whether you will progress to the next stage of the recruitment process.

 Use of AI

We recognise that generative AI tools may assist you in refining your job application. It is essential to use these tools responsibly to ensure your application remains authentic and reflective of your personal experiences, so please ensure you read our AI guidance before submitting your application.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The GMC values diversity and has made a public commitment to processes and procedures that are fair, objective, transparent and free from discrimination. We are also committed to the Disability Confident employer scheme and support the requirements of the Disability Confident interview scheme. If you have a disability and meet the cut-off mark for the essential criteria for this role as outlined in the person specification document, you will be offered an interview.

The GMC is a charity registered in England and Wales (1089278) and Scotland (SC037750)