Executive Assistant to Head of Desk, Private Equity

A unique opportunity has arisen at this leading private equity firm in Central London for a senior Executive Assistant to support the Head of Desk and a small senior team of MDs within a highly dynamic, fast-paced, senior role. The firm is highly successful and has grown considerably over the past 20 years as a major investor in prominent deals across the world. With a fantastic work culture, we are seeking someone who has a proven track record of providing high-level and complex diary management, with strong event management skills. If this sounds like you, please read on!

Role Overview:

This role supports the Head of Desk as a Senior EA. You will manage their complex international travel schedule and arrange meetings across multiple time zones taking a wholly proactive approach to everything you do. This role will also involve organising large-scale events across North America and Europe, and social engagements specifically for the private equity team within the wider company. As a key part of this medium-sized team in the London office, you will be joining a collaborative, driven and growing business and will have experience working in a private equity or investment firm in a similar capacity. You will need to have excellent attention to detail and be a confident and concise communicator, which will be demonstrable through your ability to hit the ground running and work proactively from the start.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate international travel, itineraries and expense reporting for the Head of Desk and small team.
• Provide complex and ever-changing calendar, meeting and action item management.
• Represent the private equity team in various forums and meetings with external and internal guests.
• Act as an ambassador and ensure the PE team is viewed as a professional, friendly, easily accessible and approachable partner for internal and external stakeholders.
• Handle highly sensitive and confidential matters relating to the daily activity of the department.
• Work cross-functionally with other team members and departments to ensure we remain aligned with goals and values.

Candidate Requirements:

• A minimum of 6-8 years of experience as a senior assistant to a busy executive within private equity or investment management.
• Confident in liaising with internal and external stakeholders from a multitude of backgrounds, across the organisational structure.
• Driven to succeed and thrive in the Assistant role, taking absolute pride in being relied upon to deliver exceptional organisational support.
• You will be unflappable when dealing with multiple requests, being able to confidently prioritise using your intuition.
• University/secretarial college graduate.
• You will be well-presented and client-facing in your communication style. A desire to work in a fast-moving, international environment, with an interest in the investment sector is key.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, pension and very competitive discretionary bonus.
• Private health, dental, life and travel insurance, and income protection.
• 25 days holiday + personal leave and study days, as well as increased days for length of service.
• Exposure to a global network of professionals, leaders and mentors.
• You will be well looked after in your job, with excellent remuneration and future prospects.

If you are looking to take the next step in your career in a 1:1 EA role within an investment or private equity firm with a supportive, rewarding and positive culture, please apply. This is a fantastic team, amazing culture, true one-off role.