Executive Assistant | 12-Month FTC

LRA Search Ltd.; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

LRA Search Ltd. in London seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to support one Partner in a boutique executive search environment. You will manage a complex diary, coordinate travel, and prepare candidate materials for client meetings.

Based in Central London with two days WFH, this 12-month FTC offers a competitive salary range and the opportunity to work at the heart of a dynamic, high-performing team.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar role.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly proactive with strong judgement and problem-solving capability.
• Organised, resilient and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Complex and ever-changing diary management for one Partner.
• 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.

Skills

Executive Assistant experience

Diary management

Client liaison

Travel coordination

Job description

Executive Assistant | Boutique Executive Search

Location: Central London (2 days WFH)

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000

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.