Executive Assistant (Financial Services)

Montpellier Resourcing; West End; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international bank in the UK is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the General Manager. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of experience in banking or financial services and must be fluent in Mandarin, reading, and writing in Chinese. Responsibilities include preparing management reports, creating presentations, and supporting strategic projects. This hybrid role allows for 4 days in the office and 1 day at home, offering a competitive salary plus bonuses.

Benefits

Excellent bonus and benefits

Qualifications

• 5–8 years' experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant in banking or financial services.
• Must be fluent in English and Mandarin (must be able to read and write Chinese).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare branch reports, management information, and governance documentation.
• Create high-level PowerPoint presentations and briefing notes.
• Take minutes and summarize policies in departmental meetings.
• Provide support for strategic projects and initiatives.
• Act as a point of contact for internal stakeholders and key clients.
• Manage procurement and administrative tasks for the GM's office.

Skills

Fluent in Mandarin

Strong interpersonal skills

Highly organized

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Business Administration or Finance

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Up to £65,000 plus excellent bonus and benefits

Hybrid – 4 days in office, 1 day at home

A fantastic opportunity to join a leading international bank as they seek an experienced Executive Assistant to the General Manager in London. This is a high-profile role that moves beyond traditional secretarial support, requiring a professional who can act as a technical and analytical partner to the GM. The successful candidate will focus on management information (MI), executive reporting, and governance coordination within a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

Candidates MUST have fluent Mandarin language skills and able to read and write Chinese. Must also have financial services experience.

Key responsibilities of the Executive Support and Reporting Analyst to include:

• Executive Reporting & MI: Support the preparation of branch reports, management information, and governance documentation.
• Presentation & Briefing: Prepare high-level PowerPoint presentations, briefing notes, and agendas for internal and external meetings.
• Policy & Meeting Summaries: Attend departmental meetings and key committees (e.g., Executive Committee) to take minutes and provide concise summaries of policies and procedures.
• Strategic Support: Provide administrative and analytical support for strategic projects and branch initiatives.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, Head Office, and key clients on behalf of the GM.
• Confidentiality: Handle highly confidential information and follow-up actions with absolute professionalism and discretion.
• Office Administration: Manage procurement and administrative tasks for the GM’s office to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements for the successful Executive Support and Reporting Analyst candidate to include:

• 5–8 years’ experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant supporting senior executives, and MUST have experience within banking or financial services.
• MUST be fluent in English and Mandarin (must be able to read and write Chinese).
• Degree-qualified (Business Administration, Finance, or related discipline preferred).
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence liaising with senior stakeholders across time zones and cultures.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential matters.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Power BI, Tableau, or AI tools is a plus.

This vacancy is being advertised by Montpellier Resourcing Associates Limited. The services advertised by Montpellier Resourcing Associates Limited are those of an Employment Agency.