Administrative Assistant, Fluent German - Global Investment firm

Pertemps; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A top global investment firm in Birmingham is seeking a Team Assistant fluent in German. This role involves diary management, international travel coordination, and client-facing responsibilities. The ideal candidate has prior administrative experience and is ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This initial 6-month assignment offers a significant launchpad for your career and potential for extension or longer-term opportunities.

Benefits

Modern office in Birmingham's financial district

£16–£18 inclusive of holiday pay

Qualifications

• Fluency or Advanced level in German is essential.
• 6 months to 1 year experience in an administrative or coordination role.
• Proactive, confident, and able to thrive under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage diary and scheduling across time zones.
• Coordinate multi-stop international travel and visas.
• Prepare itineraries and manage monthly expenses.
• Assist and cover team members when needed.

Skills

Fluency in German

Administrative Assistant experience

Proactivity under pressure

Professional communication

Job description

Overview

Fluent in German? Ready to kickstart your career as an Assistant? This is your opportunity!

A Team Assistant/Coordination role has opened up at a top global investment firm in Birmingham. This is your chance to join a high-energy, fast-paced environment and gain exposure that will lay the foundation for your career.

This role is perfect for someone with Administrative Assistant, Team Assistant or Coordination experience who is eager to develop into a flawless Executive Assistant, eventually supporting at MD level. You’ll gain hands-on experience in diary management, international travel coordination, meetings, and client-facing duties, all while working for a world-leading investment firm.

Qualifications

• Fluency or Advanced in German (essential!)
• 6 months to 1 year of experience as Administrative Assistant, Team Assistant, or Coordinator in professional services, events, customerservice, or high-end hospitality
• Proactive, confident, and thrives under pressure
• Professional, client-facing communication style

Responsibilities

• Diary management and scheduling across time zones
• Coordinate multi-stop international travel and visas
• Prepare itineraries and manage monthly expenses
• Work closely with the team, covering colleagues when needed

This is more than just an Assistant job, it’s a launchpad for your career. You’ll gain experience in an international environment, develop critical skills, and have the opportunity to impress and grow within the firm.

Initially a 6-month assignment, extended to 12-18 months, and exceptional performance could lead to longer-term opportunities.

Benefits

• 5 days in the office, based in the heart of Birmingham's financial district
• £16–£18 inclusive of holiday

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, work in a global environment, and put your German to excellent use — this is the role for you!