Executive Assistant – Private Equity Front‑Office Team

About the role

We are partnering with a leading global private equity firm to hire an Executive Assistant for a high‑performing front‑office investment team. You will support a Managing Director, Vice Presidents and Directors, acting as a trusted extension of the team and ensuring seamless day‑to‑day operations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage highly complex, constantly changing diaries across multiple international time zones.
• Coordinate extensive international and domestic travel, including multi‑stop itineraries, visas and detailed logistics.
• Organise client, investor, internal and off‑site meetings, as well as wider team events.
• Act as a gatekeeper, anticipating priorities and enabling the team to operate efficiently.
• Build strong relationships with investment professionals, clients and external stakeholders.
• Process expenses and provide comprehensive executive support.
• Collaborate with an experienced Executive Assistant team to deliver first‑class support across the investment platform.
• Support wider team initiatives and projects as required.

Required profile

• Previous Executive Assistant experience in private equity, investment management, hedge funds, investment banking or a fast‑paced financial services environment.
• Proven ability to manage complex diaries, international travel and shifting priorities.
• Comfortable supporting multiple senior stakeholders in a demanding, client‑facing setting.
• Proactive, initiative‑taking attitude with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills, able to quickly establish credibility with senior stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset and enjoyment of working within a high‑performing team.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Outlook
• Advanced Microsoft Word
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint

What we offer

• Competitive salary £60,000–£65,000 per year, dependent on experience.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Private medical insurance.
• Daily lunch allowance.
• Hybrid working model – 4 days in the office.