EA to CEO - Real Estate Investment

Pertemps; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a seasoned Executive Assistant to support the CEO of a dynamic real estate investment firm. In this pivotal role, you'll manage intricate travel arrangements and scheduling across global time zones, ensuring seamless operations. Your responsibilities will also include coordinating events and maintaining investor information. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses exceptional organizational skills, and is adept at multitasking under pressure. Join a collaborative team where your contributions will be valued, and take on a role that promises growth and the chance to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Pension

25 Days Holiday

Life Assurance

Critical Illness Coverage

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum six years’ experience as EA to CEO or Founder in a boutique office.
• Proven experience managing complex diaries and multizone travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex travel and scheduling for the CEO.
• Oversee planning of events, dinners, and conferences.

Skills

Administrative Support

Complex Diary Management

Travel Coordination

Event Planning

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

MS Office

AI Tools

CRMs

Job description

EA to CEO – Real Estate Investment

An exciting role has arisen for an experienced EA to support the CEO of this boutique real estate investment firm. The ideal candidate will need to have at least six years’ experience supporting the CEO or Founder. A varied and all-encompassing role where you will manage complex travel and scheduling as well as inbox management for the CEO. You will need to have proven experience in initiating end-to-end travel across global timezones with complex scheduling. A key part of the role will also be to oversee the planning of any events, dinners, and conferences. As the travel planning is extensive, you will be responsible for coordinating visas/logistics, working closely with the IR team to manage and update investor information and produce presentations.

As a senior EA, you will need to have a solid track record in providing high-level administrative support and the ability to pivot at short notice. This is a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment where you can build on the role and take on more responsibility. You will need to be someone who excels at providing 360 support for a CEO and enjoys being a key part of the team, driving processes, and problem-solving.

This environment can be high-pressure, so you must enjoy reacting quickly and be a key member of this well-established team that supports each other collaboratively and delivers results. You should be a team player, calm under pressure, meticulous with attention to detail, and able to handle multiple complex tasks efficiently. As it is a client-facing role, it suits a confident, professional EA who is flexible and willing to work outside core hours when needed.

Experience

• Salary £70k to £80k with Discretionary Bonus, Private Health (Axa), Pension, 25 days holiday, Life Assurance, Critical illness, Cycle to Work
• Minimum six years’ experience as EA to CEO or Founder in a boutique office environment
• Investment sector or professional services experience
• Longevity in previous roles is essential
• Highly communicative, detail-driven, confident, and intuitive
• Proven experience managing complex diaries, coordinating multizone travel, and global meetings
• Highly competent with MS Office, AI tools (a benefit), and CRMs
• Self-motivated, proactive, and assertive in pushing back when necessary