At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

This isn't a traditional Executive Assistant role.

➡️ You'll be the trusted right hand to the Senior Vice President, Head of Sector, and Head of Operations for Transportation, operating at the heart of a business that helps shape the infrastructure and transport networks people rely on every day.

➡️ This is a genuinely strategic position where you'll do far more than manage diaries and book travel. You'll be a key member of the leadership team, helping senior directors stay focused on business-critical priorities, make better use of their time, and operate at their best.

➡️ Your ability to anticipate needs, solve problems before they arise, and keep multiple moving parts on track will have a direct impact on decision-making, leadership effectiveness, and business performance.

In short: when the senior management team succeeds, you'll be one of the reasons why.

What's In It For You

This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible role where your contribution is recognised, valued, and trusted.

You'll benefit from:

☑️ A genuine partnership role with senior management at SVP level

☑️ The opportunity to influence and support strategic business decisions

☑️ Exposure to high-profile projects, management discussions, and key stakeholders

☑️ A seat at the table as part of the Transportation Leadership Team

☑️ A busy, varied role where no two days are the same

☑️ Hybrid working with flexibility built in

☑️ The chance to build your network across a large, global organisation

☑️ A role that can broaden your experience beyond executive support into elements of business management and operations

☑️ Opportunities for personal growth, development, and progression

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference rather than simply provide administrative support, this could be your next career-defining move.

We Offer

💷 Compensation that reflects your skills and experience

🏖️ 24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days

👵 Robust Pension Contributions: We offer enhanced pension contributions up to 10% to secure your future

⚕️ Comprehensive Health Coverage: Single medical cover and Digital GP service, with options to add your partner and family

😍 Employee Networks: We have a commitment to hiring a diverse workforce and supporting colleagues of different backgrounds

👶 Family Planning Support: Access to fertility healthcare and family planning services

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enhanced Parental Leave: Enjoy enhanced parental leave pay and free membership to employee assistance and parental programs

4️⃣ Life assurance at 4x your salary

♿ Income Protection: Financial security in case of long-term illness or injury

😄 Wellbeing Hub: Free access to wellbeing apps like Calm and Daily Burn

💼 Professional Development: We cover professional membership fees and provide continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities

😇 Community Engagement: Participate in charity matched-funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations

About the Opportunity

📈 We're looking for an experienced Executive Assistant who thrives in a complex, ever changing environment and enjoys being at the centre of the action.

📈 Supporting the Transportation leadership team, you'll take ownership of ensuring their time, priorities, communications, meetings, and stakeholder relationships run seamlessly.

📈 You'll bring structure to complexity, create order from contending demands, and help senior management stay focused on what matters most.

📈 With line management responsibilities for one team member, you'll also have experience of developing others.

You'll be responsible for:

• Managing complex and constantly evolving executive diaries and priorities
• Coordinating senior-level meetings, briefings, and leadership forums
• Planning domestic and international travel arrangements and itineraries
• Supporting management communications, engagement activities, and town halls
• Organising senior management team meetings and events, including on-site support when required
• Acting as a trusted point of contact for senior internal and external stakeholders
• Handling highly sensitive and confidential information with absolute discretion

This role will occasionally require travel to other Jacobs office locations, so flexibility and a willingness to travel are important.

✅ Significant experience supporting senior executives at SVP, CEO, Managing Director, or equivalent level within a large organisation

✅ Proven experience operating as a true executive partner, managing priorities, relationships, and differing demands, not just diaries and expenses

✅ Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail

✅ Team leading or line management experience of a small team (1-2 people)

✅ Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

✅ Strong judgement, discretion, and professionalism

✅ The ability to work independently, proactively, and confidently

✅ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

✅ A flexible and adaptable approach with a solutions-focused mindset

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you're an accomplished Executive Assistant who wants to be more than an administrator and become a trusted partner to senior directors, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit a one-page supporting statement outlining:

• Why you're a strong fit for this opportunity
• Your experience supporting senior leaders at executive level in a large organisation
• Any relevant considerations, including current role commitments

👉 If you're ready to step into a role where you'll have influence, visibility, and real impact, apply today. CLOSING DATE: Friday 28th August 2026.

🏙️ Jacobs offers hybrid working and a standard 40-hour working week

🍀 Good luck with your application

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