Executive Assistant
United Kingdom - All locations
Central Functions – Operations /
IVC Evidensia UK [9025] /
Remote
About us
Healthy animals and happy owners – that’s the goal.
We are IVC Evidensia, and we are on a mission to build the world’s best veterinary group. Investing in people, premises and processes, we deliver outstanding care in around 2,500 locations globally.
About The Role
To provide high-level, confidential executive support to the CEO of UK & Ireland. This role requires exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to operate at pace. The PA will act as a trusted liaison between the CEO and internal/external contacts, ensuring seamless coordination and communication.
What You'll Do
Key Responsibilities:
*Provide proactive, confidential and professional support to the CEO
*Manage complex diary scheduling, prioritising high-impact engagements
*Coordinate travel, logistics, and itineraries across UK&I and internationally
*Monitor and manage email correspondence, ensuring timely responses and follow-ups
*Prepare briefing documents, presentations, and reports for internal and external meetings
*Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across the business
*Liaise with external partners, clients, and board-level contacts with professionalism
*Handle sensitive information with absolute discretion
*Collaborate with other EAs and business support teams across the organisation
What You'll Bring
Essential:
*Proven experience supporting C-suite or senior executive leaders
*Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
*Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
*Excellent written and verbal communication
*Discreet, trustworthy, and professional at all times
*Confident using Microsoft Office and other productivity tools
*Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Desirable:
*Experience in a large, complex or global organisation
*Familiarity with board-level governance and communications
What We Offer
At IVC Evidensia we recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do.
The role is home based aside from onsite support for internal and industry events during the year, and practice visits (all travel will be paid for).
*5 weeks’ holiday, plus bank holidays.
*Cycle to work scheme.
*Discounted staff pet care.
*Company pension.
*Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and supportive well-being initiatives.
*Single Private Healthcare.
*Family-friendly policies.
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
