Business Assistant

JPMorganChase; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Business Assistant in Greater London. The role involves managing senior stakeholders' schedules, coordinating travel, and providing comprehensive administrative support. The ideal candidate will demonstrate high attention to detail, effective communication skills, and proactive engagement in a fast-paced environment, contributing to business success.

Qualifications

• Experience managing senior stakeholders' calendars and schedules.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries proactively, including meetings and calls.
• Coordinate travel and entertainment bookings.
• Handle client interactions effectively.

Skills

Professional client handling and relationship building

Competency in diary management

Strong executive communication skills

Experience in arranging travel

Demonstrated proactivity and ownership

High attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Step into a pivotal role at the Global Corporate Bank, where your expertise will drive business success. As a Business Assistant, you will be at the heart of our operations, ensuring seamless administrative support and fostering strong relationships with senior stakeholders. This is your chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing your advanced skills and dedication. Join us and become an integral part of a team that values excellence and innovation.

As a Business Assistant in the Global Corporate Bank, you will provide high-level administrative support to our stakeholders, ensuring the successful delivery of business objectives. You will be part of a dynamic team, working closely with senior stakeholders to manage schedules, coordinate meetings, and handle client interactions. This role offers the opportunity to demonstrate your advanced skillset and flexibility in a demanding environment, while contributing to the success of our business.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries proactively, including meetings, conference calls, and off-site events.
• Coordinate travel and entertainment bookings, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Handle client interactions and coordinate departmental activities.
• Partner with support groups and business management for seamless operations.
• Utilize internal systems for accurate data entry and reporting.
• Oversee distribution lists and technology usage.
• Understand group priorities and business expectations.
• Collaborate with assistants across lines of business for coverage.
• Participate in projects and training opportunities.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Professional client handling and relationship building.
• Competency in diary management with good judgment.
• Strong executive communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience in arranging travel and creating accurate itineraries.
• Demonstrated proactivity and ownership in the role.
• High-level technical capabilities.
• Awareness of expense systems and cost control initiatives.
• Polished, professional approach in a pressured environment.
• Positive, common-sense approach to time management.
• Flexibility and receptiveness to change.
• High attention to detail and quality results.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Understanding of investment bank culture and political landscape.
• Strong team player and solution-oriented mindset.
• Potential to act as a role model to peers.
• Current knowledge of corporate policies and adherence.
• Ability to escalate concerns or issues effectively.

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About The Team

J.P. Morgan's Global Banking business is one of the largest wholesale banking client franchises in the world. We serve clients, including corporations, governments, states, municipalities, healthcare organizations, education institutions, banks and investors. Global Investment Banking supports a broad range of corporations, institutions and governments by providing strategic advice, capital raising and risk management expertise.