EA TO FOUNDER - LUXURY GOODS INVESTMENT FIRM

Executive Assistant to the co-founder of an investment firm in the Luxury Goods sector.  The office is in a townhouse in the heart of Belgravia and also houses retail space and a design studio, occupied by one of the fund’s portfolio brands.

At the heart of the company they require a dependable, entrepreneurial EA with the capability and desire to grow with the company and put as much energy into organising their diaries and international travel schedules, as they will with running the office, researching brands, assisting with marketing promotions, event production and liaising with high net worth and high-profile VIPs from the creative industries.

Experience in marketing, investor relations and/or managing budgets would be beneficial but far from essential.  

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Diary management
• Travel management
• Manage correspondence
• Office management
• Research and manage projects
• Event management
• Ensuring everyone in the office is informed about the daily schedule and any changes
• Co-ordinating with accounts to ensure contractors are paid on time
• Arranging personal and business trips

Candidates must be / have:

• A proactive, self-starter able to use their initiative to work autonomously
• Experience in any of the following industries / roles: investor relations, fashion, design, luxury goods, hospitality
• Excellent communication skills and use of English language (written and oral)
• Well-spoken and well-presented
• Computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
• Can-do attitude, strong work ethic and a common-sense approach
• Highly organised and able to multi-task and work under pressure
• Ability to act with integrity and respect confidentiality
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to think critically, work independently and a pro-active approach
• Flexible and able to work across a broad range of activities

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