Executive Assistant – Investment Banking Capital Markets

About the role

The Executive Assistant will support senior bankers within the Investment Banking Capital Markets (IBCM) team in London. This fast‑paced environment requires quick thinking, strong time‑management and meticulous attention to detail. The role involves managing complex calendars, travel arrangements and expense processes.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinating complex calendars and schedules for senior bankers.
• Facilitating travel plans, including itineraries, bookings, visas and expense reimbursement.
• Managing business expense submissions for timely personal remittance.
• Organising meetings across multiple time zones, booking rooms, arranging passes and catering.
• Collaborating with other assistants to ensure coverage during short‑term absences.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Personal/Executive Assistant in the finance industry.
• Strong organisational abilities with focus on complex diary management.
• Excellent attention to detail and clear, concise communication.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proven capability to prioritise, work under pressure and multi‑task.
• Initiative‑driven, resourceful problem‑solver.
• Team‑player who supports colleagues as needed.

Required skills

What we offer

• Hybrid working model with flexible remote days.
• Competitive salary and non‑contributory pension.
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase additional days.
• Life assurance and private healthcare for employee and family.
• Flexible benefits such as retail discounts, Bike4Work and gym schemes.
• CSR programme support with two days volunteering leave per year.