Executive Assistant – Investment Front Office

About the role

We are partnering with a leading global investment firm to hire an Executive Assistant who will support a high‑performing front‑office investment team. This temporary position offers genuine long‑term potential, with the aim of converting the successful candidate into a permanent member of the team.

Key responsibilities

• Provide executive assistance to Portfolio Managers, Research Analysts and senior investment professionals.
• Manage complex, multi‑time‑zone diaries and coordinate extensive domestic and international travel.
• Organise internal and external meetings, conference calls and video conferences.
• Support investor meetings, roadshows, conferences and broader Corporate Access activities.
• Liaise with brokers, listed companies and internal stakeholders to facilitate meeting coordination.
• Process expenses and deliver seamless day‑to‑day administrative support.
• Assist with team projects, events and operational initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance team efficiency.

Required profile

• Previous Executive Assistant experience in investment management, asset management, private equity, hedge funds, investment banking or a fast‑paced financial services environment.
• Proven ability to manage complex diaries, international travel and shifting priorities.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proactive, able to anticipate needs and handle competing demands.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency

What we offer

• Salary £50,000–£65,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits.
• Hybrid working model (4 days in the office).
• Temp‑to‑perm opportunity with long‑term career growth.