Executive Assistant

Location: London (Hybrid)

Contract Length: 3 months (with potential extension or perm opportunity)

PAYE only

We are seeking a highly professional and experienced Personal Assistant (PA) to support the Chief Compliance Officer for Barclays UK (BUK). This is a high-profile opportunity at the heart of a major financial institution, providing critical executive support to a key member of the Barclays leadership team. The role goes beyond traditional diary management – it requires sound judgement, discretion, and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced, board-facing environment.

• Complex diary management for a senior executive, including scheduling and prioritising high-level meetings

• Coordinating international and domestic travel, including detailed itineraries and logistics

• Liaising with internal and external Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) and senior stakeholders

• Managing the flow of board papers, agendas, and meeting materials

• Making informed decisions on calendar conflicts based on business priority

• Ensuring smooth daily operations, adhering to proper meeting protocols (especially for 1:1s and leadership reviews)

• Occasional out-of-hours support depending on business demands

• Proven experience supporting C-suite or senior executives as a PA or EA

• Strong background in a corporate or financial services environment

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with stakeholders at all levels

• Discretion, reliability, and resilience – essential for managing sensitive matters

• Ambitious, proactive, and driven – someone who takes ownership of their work

• Experience working in a business management or Chief of Staff-style team is desirable

• Ability to commit to the demands of a senior support role, including hybrid working at 1CP (Wednesday–Friday required on-site)

Barclays is a British universal bank offering a diverse range of services, from consumer banking and payments operations to a leading global corporate and investment bank. With a commitment to creating positive change for customers and clients worldwide, Barclays is driven by its five core values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship.

Barclays is guided by a set of values that shape every aspect of the business. These values create an inclusive culture, promote personal growth, and define the foundation of relationships with customers and colleagues alike. At Barclays, success is not just about what you achieve but also about how you achieve it.

Barclays fosters an inclusive culture where all individuals, regardless of background, are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. The bank is committed to nurturing diverse talent and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to contribute to the organization's goals.

Barclays offers a hybrid working environment, allowing you to blend the benefits of working from home with the advantages of collaborating with colleagues at our offices. The structured hybrid model requires a minimum of two anchor days per week on-site, with flexibility depending on the business needs. You will discuss the specific working pattern with your hiring manager.

As a contract employee of Randstad Sourceright, you will receive a range of financial and personal benefits, including:

• Pension Plan (after 12 weeks on assignment)

• Holiday Pay

• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme

• Discounts at various high street shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues (from Asda to Zizzi Italian restaurants)