EA - Office of COO

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled Executive Assistant to join a leading global financial services firm. This role offers an attractive salary of £28 per hour and is based in the vibrant city of London. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team, providing professional administration, secretarial and team support to the Office of COO. This role offers a hybrid working model with three days in the office, allowing for a balanced work-life approach. The assignment duration is six months, offering ample opportunity to make a significant impact.

• Attractive salary of £28 per hour
• Hybrid working model: 3 days in the office
• Six-month assignment duration

What you'll do:

As an Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering professional administration, secretarial and team support to the Office of COO. You will have exclusive control over business schedules and diary management, acting as a 'gatekeeper' to ensure smooth operations. Your responsibilities will also include coordinating meetings, arranging comprehensive travel bookings, processing expenses and invoices, all while maintaining strict confidentiality. Your ability to anticipate needs and offer solutions will be key in this high-pressure environment.

• Manage business schedule and diary, ensuring no clashes and finding resolutions proactively
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, conference calls, room bookings, catering and AV equipment
• Arrange comprehensive travel bookings and schedules within policy guidelines
• Process expenses efficiently and within the Firmwide Expense Policy guidelines
• Handle invoice processing for various department vendors
• Maintain confidentiality across all areas of workload
• Perform adhoc duties as required

What you bring:

The ideal Executive Assistant will bring a wealth of professional experience from a similar role within financial services. You will have an education level of A-Level or equivalent and demonstrate proficiency in MS Office applications. Your excellent communication skills will enable you to interact effectively at all levels. Your ability to work independently under pressure, organise complex travel arrangements and anticipate needs will set you apart. A flexible work ethic and excellent technology skills are essential for success in this role.

• Previous relevant professional experience from a similar role within financial services
• Educated to A-Level or equivalent
• Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work independently under pressure with quick turnarounds
• Confidence in organising complex travel arrangements with attention to detail
• Flexible work ethic with understanding of business demands
• Excellent technology skills for enhancing role productivity

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. They are a market leader with a strong team ethic and values rooted in integrity and excellence. They offer a superior foundation for building a professional career, balancing personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs as part of their culture. Their commitment to providing outstanding long-term investment performance and service to a diverse client base sets them apart in the industry.

What's next:

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