Executive Assistant to President

Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

Hours
35 hours per week

About the Organisation

Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) is a professional membership association dedicated to improving women’s healthcare across the world. We do this by setting standards for clinical practice, providing doctors with training and lifelong learning, and working with partners to advocate for women’s health and health care across their life course. We are a global leader in this specialist area, supporting 17,500 members in the UK and internationally. We are a values-led organisation placing high standards, innovation, openness, inclusiveness, and trust at the centre of all we do.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join the College as the Executive Assistant to the President. This high-profile and pivotal role ensures the smooth running of the President’s Office. You will work closely with the President, Vice Presidents, Chief Executive, Executive Directors, and senior leaders, helping the College achieve its mission of improving women’s health care worldwide.

No two days are the same, and as a key member of the Executive Support Team, you will be part of a collaborative, values-led team that enables leaders to focus on strategic priorities. Responsible for ensuring the President’s Office runs smoothly, you will be instrumental in ensuring decisions are well-informed, governance processes are effective, and stakeholder relationships are strengthened.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the President to support smooth organisational functioning (complex diary management, governance meeting support, travel coordination, record management) 
• Work closely with the External Affairs teams, Public Affairs team, and others to ensure the President is thoroughly briefed for meetings and public engagements. 
• Act as a key contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and engagement. 
• Support budget, planning, projects, and events led by the President. 
• Support the delivery of the RCOG Council, President, and Officer elections in collaboration with the Head of Corporate Governance and Risk. 

Skills, Competencies, Experience & Attributes

Requirements: 

• Experience in managing a senior leader’s office, and equivalent environment 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at a senior level 
• Ability to manage complex workloads with discretion and professionalism 
• Familiarity with governance processes and project management.

Compensation & Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and office closure from 25th December to 1st January
• 10% pension contribution after probation
• Enhanced well-being and family support
• Interest-free bike and season ticket loans after probation
• Tailored Learning and Development, and study leave
• Affinity staff networks
• Life assurance and income protection schemes
• Agile and flexible working environment, and free lunch on-site
• Lifestyle discounts

Conditions of employment

• Please note: all applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor a work visa.

Working locations

• Hybrid model, working in the London office and remotely

How to apply

• Apply to our website
• To arrange a confidential call with the current post holder to discuss this opportunity, please contact [email protected].
• If you require any adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us via [email protected]. We are happy to support with reasonable adjustments to accommodate individual needs throughout the recruitment process.

Interviews

• Interviews are likely to be held w/c 16th March 2026

Policies

We believe that diverse teams will deliver the best outcomes for women's healthcare, and we strive to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups, including those from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. Diversity Policy and Equal Opportunities. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer under the UK Government’s Disability Confident Scheme. We take positive action in employing disabled people.

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