PRIVATE EQUITY

Executive Assistant to Founder

LOCATION

St James’s, London

SALARY

£60,000–£70,000 + Bonus

TYPE

Permanent

WORKING PATTERN

5 days office based

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ROLE OVERVIEW

An established private equity firm is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to its Founder.

This is a highly visible position requiring exceptional organisation, discretion and the ability to anticipate the needs of a busy executive operating within a fast-paced investment environment. The successful candidate will become a trusted extension of the Founder, managing complex schedules, international travel and confidential business matters while working closely with senior stakeholders across the firm. A calm, proactive and highly polished approach is essential in this founder-facing role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Extensive diary management across multiple time zones

  • Coordinate complex international travel and detailed itineraries

  • Prepare board papers, presentations and meeting materials

  • Manage correspondence and inbox management where appropriate

  • Liaise with investors, advisers and senior stakeholders

  • Coordinate board meetings and investment committee meetings

  • Organise internal and external events

  • Process expenses and oversee administrative workflows

  • Handle highly confidential business matters with absolute discretion

  • Anticipate priorities and proactively manage changing schedules

Candidate Requirements

  • Previous Executive Assistant experience supporting a Founder, CEO, Managing Partner or C-suite executive

  • Experience within private equity, hedge funds, investment banking, venture capital or professional services

  • Exceptional diary and travel management experience

  • Outstanding organisational and prioritisation skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication

  • Strong stakeholder management skills

  • High attention to detail

  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills

  • Calm, proactive and solutions-focused approach

  • Absolute discretion and professionalism

Package

£60,000–£70,000 + Annual Bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Prestigious St James’s office with the opportunity to work directly with the Founder, gain exposure to high-level business decisions and develop within a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture. This is an exceptional opportunity to support the Founder of a successful private equity firm at the heart of the business, becoming a trusted partner to an accomplished entrepreneur.

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If you’re an experienced Executive Assistant seeking a high-profile role supporting the Founder of a private equity firm, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

If you’re an experienced Executive Assistant seeking a high-profile role supporting the Founder of a private equity firm, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

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