Rolls - Royce SMR
Executive Assistant
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Executive Assistant
Executive Assistant
Role: Executive Assistant
Location: Hybrid, based from one of our offices in Derby, Manchester or Warrington
Salary: £30,000.00 – £39,400.00 (subsequently adjusted to £30,000.00 – £39,375.00 for full reference)
About Us
Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programme offers a British solution to a global energy challenge, positioning us to become a world leader in innovative nuclear technology and a key UK export success.
In this context, we’re looking for an Executive Assistant to support our Programme Director and wider directorate. This is a highly visible role, working closely with senior stakeholders to ensure smooth day-to-day operations while enabling leaders to focus on strategic priorities and organisational impact.
Responsibilities
You’ll be responsible for:
- Coordinating complex diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements across multiple stakeholders
- Preparing high-quality documents, presentations, and correspondence to support senior leaders
- Managing expenses, purchase orders, and administrative processes efficiently and accurately
- Supporting events and collaborating with Executive Assistants across the organisation to ensure alignment
Requirements
This is a high-impact role where you’ll bring sound judgement, adaptability, and a collaborative approach, alongside the confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
We’re particularly interested in:
- A solid foundation in administration (e.g., GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent), with relevant experience supporting senior leaders
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and changing demands effectively
- A high level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information
- Confidence using business systems and tools, and collaborating across teams to deliver outcomes
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What’s in it for You?
We anticipate a salary of £30,000.00 – £39,400.00 (dependent on the skills, values, and knowledge you bring).
We also offer excellent benefits, including:
- Performance-related bonus of up to 7%
- Benefits allowance of £2,200, enabling you to create a bespoke package
- Pension contributions: 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
- 28 days holiday (+ public holidays), with the flexibility to buy or sell up to 4 additional days
- Private Medical Insurance (BUPA single cover)
- Life Assurance of 6x pensionable pay
- One-off payment of £250 for new starters towards home office purchases
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:
✔ A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment ✔ Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business ✔ A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices to ensure everyone can thrive.
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Our Application Process
Due to safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening, including:
- Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
- Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
Our Mission and Culture
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we deliver a transformational mission: each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy, equivalent to over 150 onshore wind turbines—enough to power a million homes for 60+ years. Our SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by ensuring a stable, sustainable energy future.
We prioritise strengths-based culture, where every person can contribute meaningfully. We are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve, and we foster a culture where everyone can be themselves.
With opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths, our focus is on creating meaningful, personalised careers by aligning roles with your unique talents.
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