EA - Legal PA background

Knightsbridge Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A private investment firm seeks a high-performing Executive Assistant to join their HR leadership team. This role supports a senior HR executive and entails managing complex logistics, overseeing scheduling, and assisting with confidential projects. The ideal candidate will possess significant prior experience, superb organisational talents, and a proactive mindset to navigate a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Legal PA, C-Suite EA, or senior-level assistant.
• High standards of professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to manage competing demands effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex diary and schedule ownership across time zones.
• Oversee global travel planning and logistics.
• Organise internal meetings and employee onboarding.

Skills

Organisation

Interpersonal Skills

Discretion

Proactive Mindset

Job description

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a high-performing Executive Assistant to join a private investment firm with an international footprint and a values-led approach. This position sits within the HR leadership team and will see you supporting a senior HR executive in a fast-moving, high-trust environment.

With interests across diverse sectors and a reputation for long-term, impact-driven thinking, the firm blends entrepreneurial energy with professional polish. This is not your standard corporate environment – it’s dynamic, mission-focused, and offers room for the right person to step into a visible and trusted support role.

The Role:
This position is ensuring the day-to-day operations run smoothly – managing complex logistics, acting as a key liaison across the business, and supporting confidential and people-focused projects.

You’ll bring structure to a demanding schedule, anticipate needs, and handle sensitive information with total discretion. If you’ve supported senior lawyers, partners, or HR leaders before, your experience will be highly transferable.

Core Responsibilities:

• Complex diary and schedule ownership, often coordinating across time zones
• Global travel planning and logistical oversight
• Organising internal meetings, candidate interviews, and employee onboarding
• Supporting the preparation of HR reports, presentations, and executive briefings
• Managing confidential records related to compensation and organisational planning
• Helping coordinate internal events, team offsites, and broader employee initiatives
• Acting as a reliable point of contact and gatekeeper

What You’ll Bring:

• Prior experience as a Legal PA, C-Suite EA, or senior-level assistant
• A reputation for discretion, calm under pressure, and high standards of professionalism
• Superb organisational skills and the ability to manage competing demands with ease
• A proactive mindset – someone who stays a step ahead and solves problems before they arise
• Excellent interpersonal skills – warm, confident, and team-oriented
• A genuine interest in the people side of a business