Executive Assistants
At C-suite level, an Executive Assistant must combine exceptional technical capability with a strong fit match. Paton Personnel recruits high-calibre EAs who bring discretion, sound judgement and stakeholder confidence - while also delivering consistently on the practical demands of a fast-paced executive office.
Pamela Ngwenya
Our specialist consultants understand that success in a C-suite EA role depends on both technical skills and working style alignment.
We assess technical capability across complex diary and inbox management, travel logistics, meeting preparation, document and pack management, and follow-through on actions - alongside critical fit factors such as communication style, agility, attention to detail, resilience, confidentiality and the ability to anticipate an executive’s needs.
Whether you require a traditional right-hand EA or a broader executive office partner, we can help you appoint a trusted, high-performing match.
List of roles:
- Executive Assistant (CEO / CFO / COO / Exco / Board-level)
- Executive Office Manager
- Senior PA / EA (High-volume diary, inbox and travel management)
- EA / Executive Coordinator (Governance, packs, minutes, actions tracking)
- Team Assistant supporting Exco / Leadership teams
- EA with project coordination (reporting, stakeholder management, delivery support