Business Development, Team Assistant (German Speaker)

Oaktree Capital Management; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment manager seeks a Business Development Assistant in London who is fluent in English and German. You will provide crucial administrative support to the EMEA team, manage complex schedules, and facilitate client meetings. This role requires strong organizational skills, initiative, and a collaborative spirit within a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience related to Administrative Assistance, Team Assistance, or Coordination.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in organizing complex calendar management and international travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and sales support to Business Development team.
• Manage logistics of client meetings and complex scheduling.
• Maintain CRM database and assist with general administration duties.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in German

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Minimum A-Level grade or equivalent

Tools

SalesForce

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Business Development, Team Assistant (German Speaker)

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $203 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2025. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, private equity, real assets and listed equities. The firm has over 1,200 employees and offices in 24 cities worldwide.

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.

Based in London, the Business Development Assistant will provide administrative and sales support to the EMEA Business Development team, specifically to the Switzerland and German Business Development Representatives. Responsibilities include:

Provide sales prospecting and administrative support to two Business Development Reps and general support to the team;

Scheduling complex meetings, travel arrangements, preparing detailed itineraries and full diary management;

Manage logistics of onsite and offsite client and prospect meetings including, but not limited to booking of the conference room, order food and set up as necessary, prepare data/materials (printing and binding), update agenda and manage delivery and logistics of client material;

Assist with the coordination of subscription agreements, standard due diligence and marketing material requests;

Maintaining CRM database (SalesForce);

Coordination of roadshows, roundtable and LP events

Assist where needed with coordination of email-blast mass mailing process;

General administration duties – processing expense reports, invoices, scanning, photocopying, filing, car/courier bookings, meeting room bookings;

Working in partnership with the other Marketing Assistants to ensure the optimal level of support for the team including cover for when other Assistants are on leave.

Answering, screening and managing incoming phone calls, faxes and mail from executive level clients;

Reviewing, tracking and maintaining documents; following-up to obtain information as necessary;

Performing other administrative duties as required

Experience required

A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a role related to Administrative Assistance, Team Assistance or Coordination specifically with the financial sector, preferably in Asset Management

Full fluency in English and German required

Experience in the organisation of highly complex calendar management and international travel

Proven ability to manage tasks with competing priorities and deadlines, and self-initiating other value-added tasks;

Proven track record in maintaining discretion with confidential information;

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint;

Experience using a CRM highly desired

Personal attributes

Outstanding initiative and a strong work ethic; candidate should be highly proactive and self-driven;

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills;

Outstanding organisational skills with strong attention-to-detail;

Team-oriented with strong integrity and professionalism; and

Ability to work well under pressure and with time constraints.

Education

Bachelor’s degree is preferred, however not a prerequisite;

Minimum A-Level grade or equivalent.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.

For positions based in Los Angeles

For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

About the company

Oaktree Capital Management is an American global asset management firm specializing in alternative investment strategies.

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