Executive Assistant

About this role

An established private equity investment firm is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to two Managing Directors and a newly appointed Chief Operating Officer. This is a high-profile, fast-paced role requiring exceptional organisational skills, commercial awareness, emotional intelligence and the confidence to operate autonomously. One of the Managing Directors has a particularly dynamic and fast-moving working style, requiring a proactive EA who can anticipate needs, manage competing priorities and remain composed under pressure. The successful candidate will become a trusted partner to the leadership team, acting as a gatekeeper, coordinator and problem-solver across a broad range of business and personal matters. What you'll do: Provide dedicated support to two Managing Directors and a Chief Operating Officer, acting as a trusted partner and gatekeeper. Manage complex diaries, prioritising competing demands and ensuring efficient scheduling across multiple time zones. Coordinate board meetings, investor meetings, leadership forums and portfolio company engagements. Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, transport and itineraries. Prepare, coordinate and distribute confidential documents, presentations and meeting materials. Liaise with senior stakeholders, including investors, portfolio company leadership teams, advisors and external partners. Oversee administrative processes, including legal documentation, CRM management, expenses and operational support. Provide discreet personal assistance where required, managing sensitive matters with professionalism and confidentiality. Anticipate needs, solve problems proactively and ensure the leadership team can focus on strategic priorities. Who you are: An experienced Executive Assistant with a background supporting senior leaders within private equity, investment management, venture capital, asset management or a similarly fast-paced financial services environment. Comfortable supporting multiple senior stakeholders with differing working styles and priorities. Highly organised, proactive and able to anticipate needs before they arise. Commercially minded, with excellent judgement and the ability to prioritise effectively. Resilient, mature and emotionally intelligent, with the confidence to work with demanding and high-performing executives. Calm under pressure and able to adapt quickly in a fast-moving environment. Exceptionally discreet, trustworthy and professional when handling sensitive information. Detail-oriented, resourceful and solutions-focused. A strong communicator who builds credibility and relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Proficient in Microsoft Office and experienced in managing complex diaries, travel and logistics. Benefits: Salary of £60,000–£65,000 Private health insurance Dental insurance Pension scheme Annual company away trips Hybrid working (Monday–Thursday office-based, Friday WFH) Opportunity to work closely with a highly successful and ambitious leadership team This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant who enjoys working at pace, thrives in a high-performance environment and is looking to become a genuine right-hand support to senior executives.

Spans the transition from professional practitioner to operational contributor. Expect a mix of structured process management and cross-functional coordination — good for those developing toward a more senior position.