Executive Assistant

Knightsbridge Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in City Of London is seeking an accomplished Executive Assistant to support senior executives. The role includes managing complex schedules, coordinating travel, preparing documents, and engaging with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years' experience in similar roles and strong communication skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position promises challenge, variety, and the opportunity to support inspirational leaders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar EA or PA role.
• Proven track record of supporting senior executives or board-level leaders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries and calendars.
• Coordinate international and domestic travel.
• Prepare documents and reports for senior meetings.
• Act as a point of contact for stakeholders.
• Support strategic projects and initiatives.
• Plan and deliver professional events.

Skills

Diary management

Travel coordination

Document preparation

Stakeholder engagement

Event planning

Personal assistance

Communication skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The role - Executive Assistant

• Taking ownership of complex diaries and calendars, keeping priorities on track


• Coordinating international and domestic travel with precision and foresight


• Preparing polished documents, reports, and briefing packs for senior meetings


• Acting as a first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders


• Supporting strategic projects and initiatives in collaboration with colleagues across the business


• Planning and delivering events that reflect the organisation’s professional image


• Providing occasional personal assistance to ensure a smooth work-life balance for the executives

You will/have - Executive Assistant

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar EA or PA role


• Proven track record of supporting senior executives or board-level leaders


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a natural ability to build rapport


• Strong judgement, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive information


• A proactive problem-solver who thrives on staying one step ahead


• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with sharp attention to detail


• Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, international setting


• A positive, resilient team player with energy, humour, and a can-do mindset.

If you’re an accomplished Executive Assistant looking for a role that offers challenge, variety, and the opportunity to support inspirational leaders, we’d love to hear from you.