Executive Assistant to CIO (Investment Firm)

About the role

We are partnering with a leading investment firm to hire a proactive Executive Assistant who will act as the right‑hand to the Chief Investment Officer and support two senior direct reports. The role is based in West End, London, with a hybrid working pattern – four days in the office and flexibility when the executive is travelling.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high‑level executive assistance to the CIO and two direct reports.
• Manage complex, constantly changing diaries across multiple time zones.
• Arrange international travel, detailed itineraries and related logistics.
• Serve as primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare meeting materials, agendas and briefing documents.
• Handle ad‑hoc requests to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations.
• Support wider team coordination as needed.

Required profile

• Experience supporting senior stakeholders in private equity, hedge funds, alternative investments or a similarly fast‑paced financial services environment.
• Highly organised, detail‑focused and able to manage competing priorities.
• Proactive, adaptable and confident operating in a demanding setting.
• Technically confident with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Flexible with the ability to manage shifting priorities.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fast‑paced, high‑impact role supporting senior leadership.
• Excellent exposure within a well‑regarded investment environment.
• Competitive salary £60,000–£70,000 DOE plus bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package.