Job Description
Executive Assistant – Leading Global Investment Firm City of London | Excellent Benefits & Bonus We are delighted to be working with a highly successful, globally recognised investment firm with an outstanding reputation, both within the industry and as an employer. This is a firm renowned for its exceptional staff retention, supportive culture and genuine commitment to its people. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly capable Executive Assistant to join one of the firm’s busiest and most successful deal teams. This is a newly created position due to continued growth , offering the opportunity to become an integral part of a high-performing team. Working alongside an established, longstanding EA, you will collectively support a team of approximately seven Managing Directors and Directors in an incredibly busy, fast-paced and dynamic environment. This is a classic, hands-on EA role requiring exceptional organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail and the ability to remain ten steps ahead at all times. Responsibilities will include managing complex and constantly changing diaries, coordinating extensive UK travel, scheduling meetings and ensuring your executives are seamlessly supported throughout their busy working days. Importantly, we are looking for an EA who goes beyond the traditional administrative remit. You will be commercially astute, genuinely interested in the business and keen to develop a sound understanding of the team’s deals and priorities, enabling you to anticipate requirements and provide a truly proactive and intelligent level of support. The ideal candidate will: Have solid EA experience gained within a fast-paced investment or financial services environment. Be exceptionally organised, proactive and confident managing multiple competing priorities. Possess excellent judgement, strong attention to detail and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise. Be commercially aware, switched on and genuinely interested in understanding the business. Thrive in a demanding, high-performing environment where executives rely heavily on their EA. Be enthusiastic, adaptable and happy to remain highly responsive and visible to their executives, including when they are travelling. Be a natural team player with a warm, professional and low-ego approach. What makes this opportunity particularly special is the culture. Despite the pace and high expectations, this is an exceptionally respectful, collaborative and supportive environment where people are genuinely valued. Staff retention is outstanding, and the firm has built a reputation for looking after its employees and rewarding their commitment. The role offers hybrid working (one day from home per week) , an annual discretionary bonus, 25 days’ holiday plus an additional day off in December for Christmas shopping, and the opportunity to build a long-term career with a truly first-class employer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a polished, enthusiastic and accomplished EA who loves being at the heart of a busy deal team and takes real pride in delivering exceptional support. Please apply with your CV today!