EA to 3 HR Directors

C&C Search Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private equity firm in London is seeking an Executive Assistant to support senior leaders in HR. This hybrid role offers a salary of £60,000 – £68,000 and excellent benefits, including private healthcare and generous holiday allowance. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in an EA role, particularly in financial services, alongside strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Exceptional pension

Private healthcare

Generous holiday allowance

Discretionary bonus

Wellness allowance

Ongoing learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an EA supporting senior leadership, ideally in financial services.
• Experience working within or alongside an HR function is highly desirable.
• Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage diary, meeting, and travel for two Senior Managers within HR.
• Support HR-led projects and ensure milestones are met.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence with attention to detail.
• Liaise between HR and other teams for smooth communication.
• Manage expense processing and budget tracking.

Skills

Diary management

Communication

Organizational skills

Reporting

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

An exciting Executive Assistant opportunity with a leading private equity and alternative investment firm in London, offering hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to work closely with senior leaders in a collaborative, high-performing culture.

Position: Executive Assistant – HR Support & Projects

Salary: £60,000 – £68,000 depending on experience

Hybrid set up: 3 days in the office / 2 days remote

Benefits: Exceptional pension, private healthcare, generous holiday allowance, discretionary bonus, wellness allowance, ongoing learning opportunities

What they do: One of the world’s most respected private equity firms, investing across multiple sectors with a strong track record of delivering value for investors and supporting the growth of portfolio companies.

Size of company: Global presence with over 500 employees worldwide and a highly regarded London office.

Company culture

This firm is known for its inclusive, collaborative, and intellectually rigorous environment. They value long-term relationships, integrity, and excellence. The HR team is highly respected within the business, operating as a true partner to leadership and employees alike. You will join a culture where contributions are recognised, work-life balance is supported, and professional development is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive diary, meeting, and travel management for two Senior Managers within the HR function.
• Support HR-led projects, initiatives, and workflow, ensuring milestones are met and stakeholders are informed.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence with exceptional attention to detail.
• Act as a liaison between HR and other internal teams, ensuring smooth communication and project delivery.
• Manage expense processing, budget tracking, and documentation for the HR leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an EA supporting senior leadership, ideally within financial or professional services.
• Experience working within or alongside an HR function is highly desirable.
• Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and discreet approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and confidence in learning new systems quickly.

Who is taking care of the client and candidate applications for this position?

Michelle Muthoni

For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency.

At C&C Search, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are and how we operate. Our commitment to these values is unwavering - across all our work in recruitment, and in our training and development programmes. C&C Search fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging and has a deep commitment to being a part of creating a fairer society through partnering with clients who are also committed to a seat at the table for everybody. We work with companies that are committed to reflecting our communities, where people can bring their authentic selves to work. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas, better businesses and better societies. There is much to be done, but together we can achieve equality for all.