Executive Assistant

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

Job summary

LRA Search in Central London is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support one Partner on a 12-month contract. This role sits at the heart of a high-performing boutique executive search environment, offering exposure to senior-level stakeholders and international travel.

You will manage complex diary schedules, coordinate client and candidate materials, prepare briefings, arrange interviews across multiple time zones, and assist with events and business development activity.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting within executive search is advantageous.
• 8+ years’ experience in an EA or similar role in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complex and ever-changing diary management for one Partner.
• Coordinate interviews across multiple stakeholders and time zones.
• Prepare candidate shortlists/longlists and format profiles.
• Manage international travel arrangements and logistics.
• Support business development activities and client events.

Skills

Diary management

Client liaison

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Prioritisation

Job description

Location: Central London (2 days WFH)

Contract: 12-month FTC

Our client, a boutique executive search firm, is looking for an EA to join the team on a 12-month contract supporting one Partners. This is an excellent opportunity to work at the heart of a high performing search environment alongside a collaborative team of EAs.

About the Role

• Complex and ever-changing diary management for one Partners
• Managing search project timelines and acting as a key liaison with clients
• Supporting the preparation of candidate shortlists and longlists, including formatting candidate profiles and materials
• Coordinating and scheduling interviews across multiple stakeholders
• Managing complex international travel arrangements
• Tracking and coordinating business development activity and meetings
• Supporting the planning and delivery of client and internal events

About You

• Previous experience supporting within executive search is highly advantageous
• 8+ years’ experience in an Executive Assistant or similar support role within a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Highly proactive with strong judgement and problem-solving capability
• Organised, resilient and comfortable managing competing priorities
• Driven, hardworking and willing to go above and beyond to support the wider team

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced EA who enjoys operating in a fast-paced, client-facing environment and wants to play a key role in a growing and collaborative business.

**LRA Search are acting as the employment agency for this role**