Executive Assistant to Senior Leadership - Financial ServicesLocation: London
Contract: 15 Month FTC
Sector: Financial & Professional Services
Start date: June 2026
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to senior leaders within a fast-paced, international financial services environment. This role requires exceptional coordination skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage complex priorities across multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities*Provide full executive support including extensive diary management, inbox oversight, meeting coordination and preparation of agendas, briefing materials and action logs.
*Organise international travel, visas, accommodation, itineraries and follow-up administration.
*Manage expenses and ensure timely reconciliation of corporate card transactions.
*Coordinate internal and external meetings, conference calls, presentations and management packs.
*Act as a key point of contact across departments, liaising with colleagues, senior management and external partners.
*Support onboarding processes for new joiners, including equipment setup and scheduling introductions.
*Serve as committee secretary for internal governance groups, including meeting scheduling, document preparation, minute-taking and maintaining SharePoint records.
*Provide general administrative support such as handling calls, document preparation, scanning and managing office-related queries.
*Assist with training coordination, business continuity activities and ad-hoc projects for wider teams.
Skills & Experience*Previous experience in an Executive Assistant, team support or secretarial role.
*Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
*Excellent communication, time management and organisational abilities.
*Ability to multitask, use initiative and work calmly under pressure.
*Professional, discreet, adaptable and confident supporting senior stakeholders.