Executive Assistant

Posted 20 December 2024
LocationCity of London
Job type Permanent
Discipline Executive and Personal Assistants
Reference1120736
Contact NameRychelle Ryan

Job description

C&C Search is currently recruiting an Executive Assistant for a dynamic Private Equity firm in London. This exceptional opportunity offers a rewarding career in a forward-thinking environment with competitive compensation, hybrid working, and a proven track record of internal opportunities. 

All about the role and company I would be working for!

Position: Executive Assistant - supporting an origination team of 4 (Partners and Directors)
Salary: £55,000 - £62,000
Hybrid set up: 3/2
Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Private medical insurance, Competitive pension scheme, Annual bonus, Wellness benefits, Regular social events

What they do: A dynamic private equity firm investing in portfolio companies and driving growth and innovation across various sectors
Size of company: Boutique private equity firm experiencing exciting growth plans
Company culture and what makes them great to work for:
An environment where your contributions truly matter. This family-oriented firm has a proven track record of developing talent from within, demonstrated by their success in growing team members from junior positions. They've created an inclusive, supportive culture that combines the excitement of private equity with genuine work-life balance.

Key responsibilities for this Executive Assistant position:
  • Act as an indispensable partner to the team, with a primary focus on exceptional diary management
  • Navigate complex scheduling across multiple time zones, anticipating needs and providing proactive solutions
  • Support transaction work, including document preparation and stakeholder coordination
  • Handle sensitive communications and maintain relationships with portfolio companies
  • Coordinate international travel arrangements and complex itineraries
  • Manage expenses and administrative tasks with meticulous attention to detail
  • Demonstrate adaptability in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly
What background and experience is the company looking for?
  • Experienced Executive Assistant, ideally within financial services
  • Exceptional organisational and time management skills
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach
  • Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management experience
  • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Stable career history
  • Experience supporting multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to think critically and provide creative solutions
  • Strong track record of building relationships at all levels
Please apply online asap for this position, if your experience aligns and sounds like you!

For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency.

At C&C Search, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are and how we operate. Our commitment to these values is unwavering - across all our work in recruitment, and in our training and development programmes. C&C Search fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging and has a deep commitment to being a part of creating a fairer society through partnering with clients who are also committed to a seat at the table for everybody. We work with companies that are committed to reflecting our communities, where people can bring their authentic selves to work. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas, better businesses and better societies. There is much to be done, but together we can achieve equality for all.