Business Support Specialist

PA Consulting; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm in the City of London is seeking a proactive individual to manage the diary of a senior leader. Responsibilities include advanced diary management, strategic planning, and supporting business meetings. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills and be proficient with MS Office applications. This role promotes a diverse workplace and encourages applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience running a diary for a busy C-suite or senior leader.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong time-management, flexible and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Advanced diary management for the Financial Services Go-to-Market lead.
• Strategic planning of the lead’s diary.
• Proactive inbox management and executive gatekeeping.
• Manage partner expense submissions and compliance oversight.
• Support business meetings and event booking.
• Provide ad-hoc cover for the Business Support team.
• Coordinate annual performance appraisal and finance tracking.
• Organise leadership meetings and away-day events.

Skills

Diary management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time-management

Proficiency in MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Teams

Job description

We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future.

Responsibilities

• Advanced diary management for the Financial Services Go‑to‑Market lead including UK and international travel.
• Strategic planning of the lead’s diary, ensuring relevant papers and briefings are prepared.
• Proactive inbox management and executive gatekeeping.
• Manage partner expense submissions and compliance oversight.
• Support business meetings, event booking and agenda tracking.
• Provide ad‑hoc cover for Business Support team.
• Coordinate annual performance appraisal and finance tracking.
• Organise leadership meetings and away‑day events.

Qualifications

• Experience running a diary for a busy C‑suite or senior leader.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong time‑management, flexible and proactive.
• Proficient with MS Office, Outlook, Teams.

Application

Apply online. UK roles may require security clearance and 5 years UK residency.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.