Executive Assistant – Maternity Cover

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We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that’s energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently – we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it.

About your team:

At Centrica Energy, our mission is to move it.

We’re energy movers by nature. We’re a global renewable energy trading company which helps move energy from source to use – powering businesses, homes, and societies as they transition to a new sustainable energy future. If the idea of working to create a sustainable energy future also moves you, we may very well be the right place for you.

Centrica Energy is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to join our Renewable Energy Trading and Optimisation team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a high-impact role supporting senior leaders in one of the most fast-paced and strategically important areas of our business. The successful candidate will play a key role in enabling leadership success through expert coordination, stakeholder engagement, and high-level administrative support.

About the Role

The Executive Assistant will provide dedicated support to senior leaders, ensuring their time and priorities are managed effectively. The role involves coordinating complex calendars, preparing executive communications, and supporting stakeholder engagement across multiple geographies and functions. The position also includes tracking actions and deadlines, supporting internal communications, and assisting with the planning and execution of leadership events and team initiatives.

• Strategic calendar and priority management across time zones

• Preparation of executive-level presentations, briefings, and communications

• Coordination of leadership meetings, including agendas, minutes, and follow-ups

• Stakeholder engagement and liaison across internal and external networks

• Tracking actions and deadlines across multiple workstreams

• Supporting internal communications and team updates

• Assisting with planning and coordination of leadership events and team initiatives

About You

The ideal candidate is a proactive, confident and highly organised professional with extensive experience supporting senior executives in global organisations of high complexity. They demonstrate sound judgement, excellent communication skills, and the ability to anticipate needs and solve problems independently. Experience in the energy sector—particularly trading or renewables—is highly desirable but not required.

• Proven Executive Assistant experience in a complex, international company

• Strong stakeholder management and coordination capabilities

• Experience supporting senior leaders in fast-paced, high-pressure environments

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint)

• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills

• Strong written communication skills, including experience drafting executive-level materials

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and track progress across diverse initiatives

• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion

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About Centrica Energy

Centrica Energy is one of Europe’s leading energy trading businesses, operating at the heart of the energy transition. We trade power and gas across borders, optimise renewable generation, and help balance energy systems in real time. Our work enables the integration of renewables, supports security of supply, and drives innovation across energy markets.

Our mission is to energise a greener, fairer future. We’re committed to building a sustainable energy system that benefits both people and the planet. At Centrica Energy, we foster a culture of collaboration, agility, and impact—where every colleague is empowered to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful difference.

Joining Centrica Energy means being part of a forward-thinking team that’s shaping the future of energy—responsibly, inclusively, and sustainably.

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.

https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centricaenergy

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

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