Executive Assistant

Eden Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Job summary

An international insurance firm is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant based in London. The ideal candidate will provide high-level support to senior leaders, manage complex diaries, and oversee administrative functions. Experience in professional services, especially in the legal sector, is essential. The role offers flexibility with a hybrid working model (4 days in-office, 1 day WFH) and a salary of up to £65,000. Candidates should be well-organized, proactive, and enjoy mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leadership.
• Experience in professional services, particularly in the legal sector is advantageous.
• Strong judgement, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive, high‑quality executive support to senior leaders.
• Manage complex diaries and international travel across multiple time zones.
• Oversee a shared inbox supporting approximately 40 stakeholders in London.
• Support marketing activities including guest lists and mailshots.
• Mentor and support two junior assistants.

Skills

Proactive executive support

Strong organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ability to mentor junior colleagues

Job description

Senior Executive Assistant

Location: City of London (Near Aldgate), Hybrid – 4 days office / 1 day WFH.
Salary: up to £65,000 + excellent benefits.

A highly regarded international insurance firm is seeking an accomplished Senior Executive Assistant to provide trusted, high‑level support to senior leaders while playing a key role in developing a growing administrative function. This strategic EA role is ideal for someone who enjoys operating as a true business partner rather than purely diary management.

Based in their London office, you’ll collaborate closely with a small, close‑knit admin team and work with stakeholders across Europe and the Middle East. The business offers real autonomy, visibility, and the opportunity to influence how the EA function continues to evolve.

Experience within professional services is essential, and candidates with legal sector exposure will be particularly well received.

The Role

• Provide proactive, high‑quality executive support to senior leaders
• Manage complex diaries, meetings and international travel across multiple time zones
• Oversee a shared inbox supporting approximately 40 London‑based stakeholders
• Take ownership of broader administrative and operational responsibilities beyond traditional EA duties
• Work closely with global colleagues across Europe and the Middle East
• Support marketing and events activity, including guest lists, mailshots and materials
• Partner with the operations team on wider business initiatives
• Mentor and support two junior assistants, sharing knowledge, guidance and best practice

About You

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant supporting senior leadership
• Background within professional services (legal sector experience highly advantageous)
• Exceptionally organised with strong judgement and attention to detail
• Confident, proactive and comfortable working with high levels of autonomy
• Adaptable, hands‑on and thrives in a fast‑paced, professional environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Genuinely enjoys supporting and developing junior colleagues
• A natural self‑starter who takes initiative and ownership
• Hybrid working: 4 days in the office, 1 day WFH
• Salary: up to £65,000 (dependent on experience)
• Start date: January preferred
• Interviews taking place in January
• Legal sector experience: highly beneficial
• Mentoring experience: desirable but not essential