Personal Assistant within Financial Services
Location: City of London
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum.
Working Pattern: 4 days in the office / 1 day WFH
Overview:
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to provide first-class support to a team of Managing Directors / Directors within a fast-paced, corporate environment. The successful candidate will also collaborate closely with the wider PA team, offering administrative support across the business, including to junior fee earners.
This is a dynamic and varied role, suited to someone who thrives on multi-tasking, takes pride in the details, and is comfortable working with senior stakeholders in a high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities:
Executive & Team Support:
- Provide seamless PA support to a team of Managing Directors & Directors, including complex and ever-changing diary management
- Coordinate meetings across time zones, ensuring all logistics are handled efficiently
- Assist the PA team with ad-hoc requests from junior fee earners
Travel & Expenses:
- Manage extensive travel arrangements including flights, trains, hotels, visas, and dining/meeting venues
- Process monthly expenses for the team using Concur, ensuring timely and accurate submissions
Document & Presentation Support:
- Format presentations and documents in line with company or client branding
- Handle quick-turnaround amendments and print setups with precision
- Prepare and bind materials for meetings as required
Event Coordination & Internal Engagement:
- Planning and execution of events (team drinks, lunches, celebrations, Away Days, corporate events)
Office & Admin Support:
- Provide cover for reception duties during holidays or lunch breaks
- Support CRM database upkeep – update contacts, log meeting notes, and maintain data accuracy
- Perform general administrative tasks including filing, scanning, archiving, and office errands
- Support the other London PAs with overflow tasks as needed
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Required Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience (at least 4 years) in a similar PA role within the finance, consulting, or professional services sector
- Excellent command of Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Experience using Concur (or similar expense software)
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and discretion
- BUBBLY and FUN!
- Wanting to excel and bring energy to the team!
About You:
- Exceptionally organised and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure
- Personable and professional, with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work effectively with a range of personalities and seniority levels
- A true team player, willing to step in and help wherever needed
- Proactive and solutions-oriented, with a "can-do" attitude
- Confident, polished, and discreet when handling sensitive information
Other:
- As part of the wider Support Team, you’ll be expected to contribute to the smooth running of the London office, assisting with cover during absences and taking on additional hours when needed
- Flexibility and adaptability are key in this collaborative, fast-moving environment
- Super culture heavy environment, inclusive and fun.
- Various Fitness classes!
- Progression opportunities
- Really lovely company
- REF: HT171581