Our client a leading a leading independent financial Services Company based in Central London is recruiting an Executive Assitant/ Team Manager to join the established team.

The ideal candidate will be a Senior Executive Assistant with excellent team management capabilities, including the management of a small team of direct reports including Office managers, PA’s and support personnel.

The purpose of the Executive Assistant role is to directly support the CEO and Operations Manager, and manage a team of executive assistants, and support personnel.

The role is fully based onsite at our client’s Central London office.

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Support:

• Provide high-level administrative support to the CEO and Operations Manager.
• Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Oversee the planning and booking of all travel arrangements for the CEO, including flights, accommodation, and chauffeurs.
• Prepare and amend documents/ correspondence, communications, presentations and other documents for the CEO.
• Facilitate communication and ensure follow-up on action items for the Executive Team.
• Provide weekly team reports to the Operations Manager, summarising key achievements, challenges and upcoming priorities.
• Oversee the scheduling and coordination of private drivers for the CEO

Team Management

• Lead and manage the Executive Assistant team, providing guidance, support and professional development opportunities.
• Oversee the distribution of tasks and ensure timely completion of all administrative tasks.
• Implement and maintain efficient office systems that will help support the Executive Team.
• Monitor the performance of the Team and provide constructive feedback to team members.

Role Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Experience in a similar role
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office packages.
• Self-motivated with the ability to problem solve effectively.
• Excellent Attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency in business administration and confidentiality.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• A minimum of 3 year of EA experience within Financial Services is preferable.