Executive Assistant to the CEO
Be part of The Vegan Society’s journey as we begin delivering our new three-year strategic plan and create meaningful change.
We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer. This role is central to ensuring the CEO’s time and priorities are managed effectively and that communication with internal and external stakeholders is clear and timely.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the CEO’s diary, travel arrangements, and correspondence.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials for meetings, events and other public engagement activities.
- Provide administrative and minute-taking support for Board and committee meetings.
- Support the CEO with strategic projects as required.
- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Proven experience supporting at CEO or Director level.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
- Competence in Microsoft 365 and familiarity with online meeting/event platforms.
- Professional, proactive, and adaptable approach.
Desirable: Experience in a not-for-profit or mission-driven organisation and knowledge of governance frameworks.
Benefits
- Flexible working hours.
- Ethical pension scheme (5–7% employer contribution).
- Health cashback scheme & Employee Assistance Programme.
- 25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and Christmas closure days.
- Death in service benefit.
- Climate perks (additional paid time off for sustainable travel).
- Animal companion compassionate leave.
It is a condition of your employment that, as far as is possible and practicable, you adhere to a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The Vegan Society as an organisation values equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to be an organisation that tackles any structural discrimination or prejudice. We are actively trying to increase diversity in our organisation and encourage applications from all sections of the community.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.
Salary and Hours
This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) role with a salary of £32,597–£38,220 (depending on experience).
Flexible working considered.
Location: Hybrid
How to Apply
If you are interested, please apply via webrecruit and upload your CV along with a personal statement (no longer than two sides of A4) demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.
The application deadline is Friday 30 January 2026.
Interviews will be held: Wednesday 11/Thursday 12 February 2026.
If you have any questions regarding this role, please email jobs@vegansociety.com*.
*Please note, this email address is intended for questions regarding any of our live roles. We are unable to accept any applications made to this email address. Applications sent to this address will not be considered for any of our vacancies.
Executive Assistant to the CEO job description
Senior Commercial Manager
The Vegan Society is the world’s oldest vegan charity, with a history of impact stretching back to 1944, we exist to make veganism mainstream, accessible and desirable. Our work spans advocacy, policy, education and commercial partnerships – all with the aim of creating a kinder, more sustainable world.
As we enter an exciting new phase, delivering our new three-year rolling strategy, we are now seeking a Senior Commercial Manager. This is a pivotal role, reporting to the Head of Innovation and Development, with responsibility for the effective operational delivery of all commercial activities. These include the globally recognised Vegan Trademark, product and supplement ranges, promotional products and merchandise. The postholder will manage four departmental managers, oversee a team of around 30 staff, and share accountability for a commercial income budget of approximately £4.5m.
About you
You will bring:
- Operational Delivery:Oversee the delivery of all commercial operations, ensuring KPIs, service standards and financial targets are met, while championing exceptional customer and client service experiences. Drive operational excellence through the review and improvement of systems, workflows and service delivery models.
- Leadership and People Management:Lead and coach four managers, embedding a culture of accountability, collaboration and high-performance.
- Financial Management:Accountability for meeting growth, income and expenditure targets in line with budgets, and monitoring and reporting against performance.
- Strategic Support:Support in the development and implementation of the commercial strategy, ensuring alignment with overall organisational strategy and objectives.
- Performance Monitoring and Reporting:Provide clear performance reporting and operational insight to senior leadership, contributing to planning and decision-making.
- General:Ensure compliance with regulatory, contractual, intellectual property and audit requirements, protecting brand integrity in UK and international markets.
While experience of working in a mission-led or not-for-profit organisation would be advantageous, it is not essential. However, motivation by cause and strong alignment with the values and mission of The Vegan Society is essential.
The Vegan Society as an organisation values equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to be an organisation that tackles any structural discrimination or prejudice. We are actively trying to increase diversity in our organisation and encourage applications from all sections of the community.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.
Salary and Hours
This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) role with a salary of up to £52,000 dependent upon experience.
How to Apply
Ellwood Atfield has partnered with The Vegan Society on this appointment. To apply, please submit your CV and supporting statement via the Ellwood Atfield website.
The application deadline is Wednesday 28 January 2026.
First stage interviews: Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11 February 2026 (virtual)
Final stage interviews: Monday 23 February 2026 (in person)
If you have any questions please email eroberts@ellwoodatfield.com
Senior Commercial Manager job description