Executive Assistant - Graduate

Carnegie Consulting; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a proactive and ambitious Graduate EA to support the Leadership Team of a high-growth VC-backed startup. This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to learn and impact the organization significantly. As an EA, you will manage critical operational tasks, support internal operations, and ensure everything runs smoothly. Ideal candidates must have a stellar academic background and be prepared for a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a record of excellence.
• 1+ year in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, efficient, and flexible.

Responsibilities

• Provide EA and operational support to leadership.
• Manage diaries, meetings, and travel.
• Handle expenses and light office management.

Skills

Tech-savvy

Solutions-focused

Proactive

Detail-obsessed

Education

Outstanding academic record

Recent graduate (2023 or later)

Job description

Are you a Graduate aspiring to be an EA - here is the best opportunity to support Leadership Team in a VC-Backed Startup | £35-£40k | London | ASAP Start

We are seeking for our client a bright, ambitious EA to join in a newly created and critical support role for Leadership Team. This is an amazing opportunity to learn, grow, and make a real impact at the heart of a high-growth, VC-backed business.

You'll be:

• A 2023 (or later) graduate with an outstanding academic record
• 1+ year into your career (grad scheme, startup, or similar fast-paced environment)
• Super smart, solutions-focused, and eager to learn
• A calm operator who thrives on variety, change, and speed
• All-hands-on-deck - no task too big or too small
• Flexible and happy to be available when needed (within reason!)
• Tech-savvy and detail-obsessed
• A natural executor - reliable, efficient, and proactive

Your role:

• Provide EA and operational support to the Managing Partner, COO, and team
• Manage diaries, meetings, travel, and events
• Support internal operations and scheduling
• Handle expenses and light office management
• Jump in wherever needed - there's plenty to do and learn!
• 4 days in office - 1 WFH

You'll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team where your contribution will be felt immediately. This role is a launchpad - ideal for someone who sees the bigger picture, wants to be stretched, and is ready to get stuck in.