Pitch to become a Dragon’s Assistant!

Peter JonesThink you’ve got what it takes to work with a Dragon? Peter Jones is looking for an exceptional Executive Assistant and invites you to pitch why you think you are perfect for the role.

This is not your average EA job. This is your opportunity to work directly with Peter Jones CBE — Dragon, entrepreneur, philanthropist and investor — supporting him across his vast portfolio of companies, media appearances and public profile in a fast-paced, high-trust environment.

To be considered, submit a one-minute video pitch directly to Peter. Tell him why you are the EA he didn’t know he needed. Be confident. Be memorable. Have fun — you are pitching to a Dragon!

This role is based in our Marlow, UK office with regular travel to London and occasionally overseas.

Core Executive Assistant Responsibilities

  • Complex diary and calendar management across business and personal commitments
  • Gatekeeping and prioritisation of meeting and communication requests
  • Inbox management and drafting correspondence on Peter’s behalf
  • Preparation of agendas, briefing notes and meeting summaries
  • Handling confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion
  • Acting as first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
  • Time optimisation, forward planning and proactive diary management
  • Tracking actions and ensuring timely follow-up

Business & Portfolio Support

  • Liaising with CEOs and senior leadership teams across Peter’s portfolio
  • Coordinating cross-company meetings and communications
  • Tracking key actions and deliverables
  • Providing board and governance support
  • Managing confidential documentation
  • Supporting investment-related activity as required
  • Help and support across Peter’s Charitable Foundation providing young people with the chance of a brighter future

Travel & Logistics

  • Coordinating UK & international travel
  • Arranging flights, accommodation and ground transport
  • Travelling with Peter on occasions in support, particularly when he is attending international conferences and/or has speaking engagements

Media, PR & Public Profile

  • Liaising with PR and media teams
  • Managing interview requests and media scheduling
  • Preparing media and appearance briefing packs
  • Coordinating speaking engagements

Social Media & Digital Presence

  • Supporting and helping manage Peter’s social media presence across all platforms
  • Developing and executing personalized content strategies aligned to Peter’s goals
  • Helping to produce high quality, original multi-media content
  • Planning and maintaining content calendars
  • Monitoring engagement, comments and messages
  • Coordinating with agencies and collaborators
  • Tracking performance and preparing simple reports

Event & Speaking Support

  • Managing invitations and RSVPs
  • Coordinating event logistics
  • Providing pre- and post-event support

Relationship & Stakeholder Management

  • Managing VIP and key relationships
  • Maintaining contact databases
  • Drafting thank-you notes and follow-up correspondence
  • Representing Peter professionally at all times

Strategic & Proactive Support

  • Anticipating needs before they arise
  • Improving systems and processes
  • Handling sensitive situations calmly and professionally
  • Protecting Peter’s time, energy and reputation

Other

  • Light project management
  • Research support
  • Charitable or foundation support
  • Involvement in special projects

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of 5+ years’ experience as a senior Executive Assistant supporting founders, CEOs or high-profile individuals
  • Confidence managing social media for an executive, brand or public figure
  • Exceptionally organised, calm under pressure and instinctively discreet
  • A natural communicator with strong judgement and a proactive mindset
  • Comfortable with flexibility, occasional evenings/weekends and travel
  • Technically capable with Microsoft Office suite of applications

Why This Role

You’ll work at the centre of a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem, gain exposure to business and media at the highest level, and play a genuinely influential role where no two days are ever the same.