Business EA/Right-hand to Head of London, Global Asset Management

Are you an experienced EA with strong people management skills?

Do you have experience of mentoring, supporting and managing a team of PAs?

Do you have an enquiring business mind with the ability to understand company strategies and deliver objectives?

Are you a successful communicator who can develop strong relationships at all levels?

Our client, who has a strong global presence, is looking for an exceptional individual to provide business support to a global head and leadership to the EA/administrative teams.

What you’ll be doing day to day:

• Working proactively to support your CEO in achieving company objectives
• Developing deep understanding of key stakeholder business relationships to effectively manage communications between business areas
• Scheduling travel and meetings, liaising with senior business leaders
• Composing, editing and proofing materials across the MS suite
• Managing expectations of incoming demands on CEO’s time
• Building strong relationships with Executive Assistants and Facilities teams
• Collaborating with internal departments to improve admin systems and procedures
• Providing mentoring and guidance to the EAs and organising training to maximise potential
• Managing recruitment and onboarding new team members
• Reviewing and assessing the executive support model, recommending and implementing changes when appropriate
• Leading performance reviews for EAs; providing support and feedback
• Ad hoc project management

The skills you need to bring:

• Experience supporting a Senior Executive in a global organisation
• Curiosity to understand wider business objectives
• Previous experience managing a team of Executive Assistants
• Advanced knowledge of MS and Adobe
• Ability to adapt own approach and style to suit wide range of stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to make decisions and influence
• Ability to remain approachable and understanding at all times.