Executive Assistant

Relation is an end-to-end biotech developing transformational medicines, with technology at our core. Our ambition is to understand human biology in unprecedented ways, discovering therapies to treat some of life’s most devastating diseases. We leverage single-cell multi-omics directly from patient tissue, functional assays, and machine learning to drive disease understanding, from cause to cure.

This year, we’ve embarked on an exciting double collaboration with GSK to tackle fibrosis and osteoarthritis, alongside advancing our own internal osteoporosis programme. By combining our cutting-edge ML capabilities with their deep expertise in drug discovery, this partnership underscores our commitment to pioneering science and delivering impactful therapies to patients.

We are rapidly scaling our technology and discovery teams, offering a unique opportunity to join one of the most innovative TechBio companies. Be part of our dynamic, interdisciplinary teams, collaborating closely to redefine the boundaries of possibility in drug discovery. Our state-of-the-art wet and dry laboratories, located in the heart of London, provide an exceptional environment to foster interdisciplinary and turn groundbreaking ideas into positive impact for patients.

We are committed to building diverse and inclusive teams. Relation is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age. We cultivate innovation through collaboration, empowering every team member to do their best work and develop to their highest potential.

By joining Relation, you will be part of an exceptionally talented team, with extraordinary leverage to advance the field of drug discovery. Your work will shape our culture, strategic direction, and, most importantly, impact patients’ lives.

Relation is seeking an experienced and highly capable Executive Assistant to support members of its Leadership Team. This is an important and fast-paced role that requires excellent organisational skills, discretion, and professional communication. The successful candidate will be influential in ensuring that the Leadership Team’s time, energy and presence is focused on the areas that make the biggest impact for Relation and, ultimately, patients.

This person in this role will report to the Director of People and also work closely with the Senior EA and Head of CEO Office. The nature of the role responsibilities mean you will usually work from our offices 4 days per week and 1 day from home.

• Manage complex and dynamic calendars, scheduling meetings and coordinating logistics, including visitor registrations.

• Act as a liaison between the leadership team and stakeholders, maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

• Proactively monitor and manage email correspondence, prioritising and responding as appropriate.

• Arrange international and domestic travel, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.

• Support in the preparation and finalisation of presentations, reports, and documents, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

• Maintain and improve internal administrative processes, ensuring efficiency and attention to detail.

• Support with expense recording.

• Prepare agendas, take minutes, and ensure follow-ups are actioned as required.

• Experienced at supporting multiple senior stakeholders in an office environment and prioritising competing priorities.

• Proactive, highly organised, reliable and have excellent attention to detail.

• Able to use initiative to solve problems, anticipate needs, and add value through your contributions.

• Discreet and trustworthy when handling sensitive or confidential materials and information.

• Able to build strong relationships with executives, colleagues and external contacts.

• Skilled at communicating clearly and effectively at all levels, including managing expectations and delivering difficult messages with tact.

• Confident with multi-tasking and adapting priorities in a fast moving environment.

• Proficient in writing and IT skills. We typically use Google Suite, plus other softwares.

• Permitted to work in the UK.

• Positive and engaging, bringing energy and enthusiasm to your work and the team around you.

• A clear and confident communicator

• A collaborative team player, always willing to help others and contribute to a strong team culture

• Motivated by purpose and impact, with a passion for making a difference to patients’ lives.

This is an exciting opportunity where you will have a direct impact on advancing our understanding of disease biology, supporting our mission to get transformative medicines to patients. Together, we're not just doing research; we're setting new standards in drug discovery. The patient is waiting!

Relation is a committed equal opportunities employer.

Please note that Relation does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Resumes should not be forwarded to our job aliases or employees. Relation will not be liable for any fees associated with unsolicited CVs.