Executive Assistant - Financial Services

Job Description

A thriving boutique Executive Search firm specialising in Financial Services is seeking a proactive and sociable Executive Assistant to support the CEO, Chairman, COO, and Chief of Staff.

This is an ongoing temporary opportunity to start immediately and offers a chance to join a collaborative, fast-paced, and friendly environment. The company has grown rapidly over recent years and prides itself on a brilliant culture. This is a varied, all-rounder EA role combining classic executive support with office management and operational assistance. You will work closely with a counterpart in New York, collaborating across time zones, and supporting the Chief of Staff with events, including a large offsite at the end of January.

The ideal candidate is proactive, and enjoys working in a buzzy, fast-paced, team-oriented environment. While experience in Executive Search is a bonus, personality, adaptability, and attitude are key.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level support to the CEO, Chairman, COO, and Chief of Staff
• Manage calendars, emails, and communications efficiently
• Assist with office management tasks and day-to-day operational support
• Coordinate and support events, including team offsites and company activities
• Collaborate with international team members across multiple time zones

About You

• Proven EA experience in a fast-paced, professional environment
• Highly organised, proactive, and adaptable
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Sociable, personable, and able to thrive in a collaborative team setting
• Flexible, with a willingness to go the extra mile as needed

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, vibrant company with a strong culture and excellent career exposure.

Bain and Gray is an equal opportunities employer. We continually strive to improve our processes around our diversity, equity and inclusion strategy. 

Bain and Gray specialise in administration and PA recruitment across London.  Roles typically include Receptionists, Team Assistants, EAs, Office Managers and PAs across all industry sectors. We are a boutique agency and as a result, are unable to respond individually to the high volume of applications. If you are already registered with us at Bain and Gray, please do not hesitate to contact your consultant directly.