EA to Global Head of Digital and Technology

Investec; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international bank in the UK seeks an Executive Assistant to the Global Head of Digital and Technology. You'll manage complex diaries, support executive communication, and coordinate critical operations. Candidates should have experience with senior executives, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong relationship-building skills. This role offers a collaborative culture that encourages innovative thinking and personal growth.

Benefits

Wellbeing Subsidy

Corporate Gym Membership

Virtual GP

Peppy Health App

Optional Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Non-contributory Pension & Discretionary Bonus

Life Assurance, Critical Illness & Income Protection

Season Ticket Loan & Electric Vehicle Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of confidentiality, discretion and sensitivity.
• Experience managing complex, fast-changing diaries.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support the Global Head of Digital and Technology.
• Manage executive’s time, communications, and priorities efficiently.
• Act as first point of contact, driving day-to-day operations.

Skills

Proven experience supporting a Global Head or senior executive at the top of an organisation

Confidence working with senior stakeholders across a global organisation

Managing complex diaries and priorities

Building trusted relationships across teams and geographies

Tools

Microsoft Office (particularly PowerPoint)

Job description

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Investec is a distinctive Specialist Bank serving clients principally in the UK and South Africa. Our culture gives us our edge: we work hard to find colleagues who'll think out of the ordinary and we put them in environments where they'll flourish. We combine a flat structure with a focus on internal mobility. If you can bring an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to learn and collaborate to your work, this could be the boost your career deserves.

Executive Assistant to Global Head of Digital and Technology

Investec - Where Out of the Ordinary Happens

At Investec, we do things differently. We're a leading international bank and wealth manager built on a culture of curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit and human connection. Ideas are heard, ambition is celebrated, and impact is encouraged. As part of a team that challenges convention and strives for outperformance, you'll help shape bold solutions for clients who expect something more than the ordinary.

About the team

You’ll join the Executive Office, supporting the Global Head of Digital and Technology within IBP Bank. The role sits at the heart of the organisation, working across multiple teams and geographies, with exposure to senior executives, business leaders and key stakeholders across the UK and South Africa. The environment is fast‑paced, collaborative and high‑impact, requiring professionalism, discretion and an ability to work seamlessly across a wide stakeholder group.

My Impact

As Executive Assistant to the Global Head of Digital and Technology, you will play a critical role in enabling effective leadership across the Digital and Technology function. Your support will ensure that the executive’s time, communications and priorities are managed efficiently, allowing them to focus on strategic objectives. You will act as a trusted partner and first point of contact, helping to drive smooth day‑to‑day operations, strong engagement and effective collaboration across the Bank.

What do I need to bring?

• Proven experience supporting a Global Head or senior executive at the top of an organisation
• A strong understanding of confidentiality, discretion and sensitivity
• Experience managing complex, fast‑changing diaries
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders across a global organisation
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint

I am good at:

• Managing complex diaries and priorities
• Acting as a professional first point of contact
• Coordinating meetings, events and logistics end‑to‑end
• Managing travel, expenses, invoices and leave
• Building trusted relationships across teams and geographies
• Remaining calm, organised and solutions‑focused under pressure
• Working collaboratively with other Executive Assistants

What's in it for me?

At Investec, you'll be empowered to bring your authentic self, contribute new ideas, and grow alongside colleagues who share your drive for excellence. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage and are committed to sustainability across our global business. Together, we'll achieve things tomorrow that hardly seem possible today.

Belonging & Inclusion

Embedded in our culture is a sense of belonging and inclusion. We actively seek out diverse talent and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If this role excites you but you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.

Recite Me

Recite Me assistive technology is available on our Careers pages. If you require additional support, please contact [email protected].

As part of our collaborative & agile culture, our working week is 4 days in the office and one day remote.

Investec offers a range of wellbeing benefits to make our people feel healthier, balanced and more fulfilled in their lives inside and outside of work.

Wellbeing

• Wellbeing Subsidy
• Corporate Gym Membership
• Virtual GP
• Peppy Health App (Fertility, Menopause and Early Parenthood)
• Optional Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Monetary

• Non‑contributory Pension & Discretionary Bonus

Life & Income Protection

• Life Assurance, Critical Illness & Income Protection

Travel

• Season Ticket Loan & Electric Vehicle Scheme

Research shows that some candidates can be reluctant to apply to a role unless they meet all the criteria. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit here and welcome you to do the same - if the role excites you, please don't let our person specification hold you back. Get in touch!

If you have any form of disability or neurodivergent need and require further assistance in completing your application, please contact the Careers team at [email protected] who will be happy to assist.