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Location: Victoria Embankment, Central LondonWorking Structure: Onsite, 5 days per week (potential for hybrid after settling period)Contract Length: 6 months, with potential to extend to 12 monthsRate: £200 - £220 per dayHours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday
About the Role:An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Executive Assistant to support the executive team of a global investment firm. This role will involve providing high-level administrative and operational support to three Managing Directors (MDs) within the Asset Management division, specifically within the growing Global Special Situations (GSS) team. The GSS team focuses on a diverse range of alternative investment strategies, with continued expansion in both assets under management (AUM) and operational support requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Executive Support: Comprehensive diary management, travel arrangements, and meeting coordination for three MDs, including room bookings and expense processing.
- Team Coordination: Assist with onboarding and offboarding staff, team events, and access management for various internal systems.
- Board & Committee Preparation: Assist with preparing board and committee packs, minute logs, and conducting monthly and quarterly procedural checks.
- Budget & Finance: Oversee expense processing and provide support with general budgeting and finance administration.
- Administrative Support: Manage office functions, answer ad-hoc queries from investment and operations teams, and handle general office management tasks.
- Documentation & Reporting: Prepare various reports and support the team with ad-hoc requests related to investment operations and marketing.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Prior experience in a similar Executive Assistant role, ideally within finance or asset management; or other professional services such as insurance or similar industries.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and experience in managing complex scheduling and administrative tasks.
- High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work independently within a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
About the Team:Join a dynamic and expanding team within a leading global alternative investment firm that operates across diverse sectors, including real estate, private equity, and hedge funds. The GSS team provides a unique opportunity to work in a high-performing environment with global reach, backed by vast resources and infrastructure.
This role is ideal for a proactive Executive Assistant looking to make an immediate impact, with the potential to contribute to a high-caliber team as it continues its rapid growth trajectory.
Apply today to be a part of a team that supports innovation, global reach, and growth in the world of alternative investments.
We are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require accommodations because of disability or health condition, please email: gscemeaedi @ robertwalters.com. This position is being sourced through our Outsourcing service line.
