Executive Assistant (2 month temp)

Department: Business SupportLocation: UKCompensation: £45,000 - £55,000 / yearDescriptionMake a differenceAt DeterTech we give peace of mind to people and communities, every day. Making the world a safer, more secure place is what matters to us. And it’s what sets us (and you, if you join us…) apart from the crowd. DeterTech continues to grow and has big plans for the future. Join us and see how you can contribute to our future success.What’s expected of you?As an Executive Assistant, you’ll play a key role in delivering our ambitious growth plans and ensuring our customers receive best-in-class security solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-growing, technology-driven business, where innovation and collaboration drive everything we do.In this role, you'll work closely with the CEO and CFO, supporting high-impact initiatives, coordinating global operations, and engaging with senior leaders. It's a unique chance to contribute at a strategic level while gaining exposure to international business and executive decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesManage complex and ever-changing executive calendars, ensuring optimal scheduling across multiple global time zones.Coordinate international travel arrangements, including flights, visas, accommodations, and detailed itineraries for the CEO and CFO.Facilitate seamless communication across regions and time zones, ensuring timely information flow between global teams.Prepare for and attend high-level meetings, take accurate minutes, and ensure prompt distribution and follow-up on action items.Liaise effectively with board members, executives, and staff at all levels, adapting communication style to suit the audience.Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive and strategic information.Support the CEO and CFO in driving strategic projects, including tracking progress, collating inputs, and ensuring deadlines are met.Coordinate and organise executive team meetings, ensuring all participants are aligned and well-prepared.Submit monthly expenses on behalf of the CEO and CFO with attention to accuracy and timeliness.Be willing and able to travel across operational territories to provide in-person support when needed.Thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, demonstrating adaptability and resilience as the business grows and priorities shift.Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseProven Executive Support BackgroundMinimum of 5–7 years’ experience supporting C-level executives (preferably a CEO and/or CFO) in a fast-paced, global environment.Calendar and Travel ManagementDemonstrated experience managing complex calendars and coordinating international travel, including familiarity with global visa requirements, multi-leg itineraries, and travel risk management.Project CoordinationExperience supporting or managing strategic projects with multiple stakeholders, ensuring timelines are tracked and deliverables met.Board and Stakeholder EngagementPrior experience engaging with board members and senior stakeholders with professionalism and discretion.Multinational EnvironmentExperience working across multiple time zones and cultures, ideally in a multinational organisation.Personal attributesExceptional Organisational SkillsAbility to prioritise tasks, manage competing deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure.Advanced Communication AbilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone and messaging to suit diverse audiences, from executives to frontline teams.Meeting and Minute-Taking ProficiencySkilled in preparing agendas, capturing accurate meeting minutes, and managing follow-up actions with minimal oversight.Tech-SavvyHigh proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), video conferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams), and travel/expense tools (e.g., Concur, SAP, TripActions).Discretion and ConfidentialityProven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity and discretion.Proactive Problem SolverDemonstrates initiative, anticipates needs, and acts with sound judgment in ambiguous or time-sensitive situations.Attention to DetailMeticulous in managing logistics, communications, and document handling.Cultural AgilityStrong intercultural awareness and the ability to work effectively with diverse global teams.Flexibility to TravelWillingness and ability to travel as needed to provide in-person support across international operational hubs.