Job ID: 303845

Executive Assistant to the Finance Director

Tearfund

Location: Teddington, United Kingdom

Apply by: 06 May 2026

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Executive Assistant to the Finance Director
(3235)
Are you an experienced Executive Assistant looking for an opportunity to work for a Christian charity with a heart for seeing an end to extreme poverty? Do you have experience providing high-level EA support in a fast-paced, demanding environment? If so, this could be a great opportunity for you.
About the role
As Executive Assistant, you will support Tearfund's Finance Director and Finance Leadership Team. Your responsibilities will include:
* Diary management and communications
* Coordinating meetings and taking minutes
* Arranging travel
* Providing administrative support to the Finance Director, Audit, Risk & Finance Committee, and Finance Leadership Team
* Supporting specific projects within the Finance group
You'll work across different cultures and time zones, so flexibility, initiative, and strong organisational skills are key.
What we're looking for
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills
* A natural relationship builder with excellent communication skills
* The ability to prioritise and work under pressure, with great attention to detail
* A proactive approach and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs.
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (in our UK workforce) as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund.
Hybrid working: This role is eligible for hybrid working and you will be required to work from the Teddington Tearfund office and from your home by agreement with the line manager. This role requires a minimum of one day per week in the Teddington office,
Please note: Tearfund working weeks are 35 hours (full time) - we are happy to consider part time applicants (of 21 hours per week or more) with some flexibility over the working hours/days.
The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.

For complete job description and to apply, visit:
https://jobs.tearfund.org/jobs/vacancy/executive-assistant-to-the-finance-director-3235/3261/description/

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