EA to CEO, Private Equity

Bain and Gray; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search firm in London is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO of a Private Equity firm. The ideal candidate will have a solid track record supporting senior executives and experience with UHNWI. Responsibilities include comprehensive executive support, handling travel arrangements, and managing personal tasks for the CEO's family. A dynamic and collaborative work environment awaits the right individual.

Benefits

Benefits and Bonus

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting senior executives.
• Experience of working with UHNWI preferred.
• Background in boutique finance or similar.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive support to the CEO’s office.
• Coordinate extensive private and international business travel.
• Manage complex scheduling for C-suite executives.
• Offer personal support to the CEO’s family.

Skills

Professional gravitas

Emotional intelligence

Strong character

Resilience

Professionalism

Exceptional multi-tasking

Prioritization skills

Problem-solving

Sense of humor

Positive attitude

Job description

EA to CEO, Private Equity

Location: Paddington, West London

Salary: £90-130,000 + Benefits and Bonus

Reference: VB6885

We are seeking a polished, well-presented, top-tier Executive Assistant to support the CEO of a highly successful Private Equity firm located in luxurious offices in West London. The ideal candidate will have a solid track record supporting senior executives, capable of handling both business and personal tasks, and experienced working with a team. Previous experience supporting an UHNWI and working within a boutique finance house or similar environment is preferred.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values its staff and fosters a collaborative, friendly, team-oriented atmosphere. The organization is fast-paced, dynamic, and expects excellence from its staff. The CEO is approachable, pragmatic, and values speed, efficiency, and accuracy. He requires someone with sound judgment, decisiveness, and adaptability to constant change. This role is ideal for someone seeking an exciting next step in their career.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive support to the CEO’s office
• Coordinate extensive private and international business travel
• Manage complex, detailed scheduling for C-suite executives
• Offer personal support to the CEO’s family and network, including liaising across multiple households, coordinating with private staff, organizing events, and managing ad hoc projects

Candidate Profile

• Professional gravitas and emotional intelligence
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Strong character, resilience, and professionalism
• Exceptional multi-tasker with excellent prioritization skills
• Experience supporting UHNWI
• Background in boutique finance, Private Equity, FS, VC, or Hedge Funds
• Problem-solving skills
• Sense of humor and positive attitude
• Ability to work at pace in a dynamic environment