Hayley Baines

Hayley Baines is an experienced executive assistant with a comprehensive background in providing high-level administrative support to numerous CEOs and managing directors across various industries. Currently serving as the Executive Assistant to Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, CEO of Xero, since June 2019, Hayley has demonstrated expertise in complex calendar management, email triage, and stakeholder liaison. Previous roles include supporting the Founder & CEO of Epoch Capital and the Managing Director at Optus, where responsibilities encompassed diary management, meeting preparation, and action coordination. Hayley’s career also includes significant tenure in prestigious firms such as Microsoft and McCann Worldgroup, highlighting a strong ability to manage confidential information and develop strategic relationships. Educational background includes studies in London.