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Senior Executive Assistant - Head of Residential

Knight Frank

London

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GBP 30,000 - 60,000

12 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated Senior Executive Assistant to support the Head of Residential. In this pivotal role, you will manage a variety of administrative tasks, ensuring seamless operations for the leadership team. Your responsibilities will include diary management, meeting preparation, and event coordination, all while maintaining a high level of professionalism and discretion. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic environment, where your contributions will directly impact the success of the Residential division. Join a team that values innovation and collaboration, and take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity.

3+ years of experience as a Senior Executive Assistant.
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.

Provide 1:1 support to the Leadership Head, managing diaries and meetings.
Coordinate travel arrangements and manage expense reports.
Oversee social media accounts and support business planning.

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Senior Executive Assistant - Head of Residential

Reference No 31518

Job Title: Senior Executive Assistant - Head of Residential

Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive

Division: Residential

Location: 55 Baker Street

Knight Frank is looking to hire a Senior Executive Assistant to work with our Residential Business Head, based at 55 Baker Street.

We are the world’s leading independent international property consultancy, headquartered in the UK, offering agency and professional advice across Commercial, Residential and Rural sectors. Established in 1896, Knight Frank now comprises a global network of over 20,000 people in 600+ offices across 50 territories.

This is a 1:1 role for a highly motivated, results-driven Senior Executive Assistant. Responsible for proactively managing a range of day-to-day tasks on behalf of the Residential Business Head, including providing right-hand assistance in a discreet, diplomatic, and efficient manner. Offering solutions, ideas, and making judgements and decisions on behalf of the Residential Head as and when required.

Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 EA support to Leadership Head, including diary management, meeting preparation, and board pack production.
Handle personal administrative tasks, such as flight bookings and investment property management.
Organise Leadership Head’s participation in Group Executive Board (GEB) meetings and Strategy Days.
Coordinate Residential Board meetings, liaising with stakeholders, managing agendas, and tracking action points.
Arrange UK and overseas corporate travel, preparing detailed itineraries and travel packs.
Process expense reports, supplier invoices, and financial approvals for the Leadership Head.
Manage emails, calls, and digital filing systems, prioritising and responding as necessary.
Oversee social media accounts, including Instagram, LinkedIn, and Yammer.
Support business planning with Finance Business Partner, ensuring MBOs and financial meetings are scheduled.
Work on the Three-Year Plan, coordinating with Leadership Head and Strategy Team.
Organise remuneration and promotion reviews, working with HR to ensure a smooth process.
Manage appraisal processes, scheduling meetings, and handling paperwork.
Plan and deliver key programmes, including CRM initiatives, Town Hall updates, and office tours.
Lead event management, from venue selection and invitations to client engagement and execution.

Key Experience Required:

3 years+ experience at Senior Executive level.

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