Executive Assistant - Middle East Roadshows
We're seeking a travel planner extraordinaire for a rapid-pace EA / Roadshow Coordinator opportunity! You must have strong knowledge of managing complex business travel or roadshows across the GCC region and as a minimum will have at least 8 years of providing strong Executive Assistant support within Financial services
Your thrive in a fast-paced, global environment and demonstrate sound judgement, discretion, initiative, and strong communication skills. This position requires a high level of autonomy and precision, particularly in coordinating complex roadshows and investor meetings across the Middle East.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex, ever-changing calendars across many timezones, with a focuson coordinating investor meetings acrosstheUAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and other key GCC territories:
- Take the lead on Middle East roadshow logistics: booking multi-leg travel itineraries, securing accommodation and ground transportation, business dinners and preparing detailed agendas specifically tailored to local customs and preferences.
- Serve as the trusted communication hub for executives, often representing the firm insensitivecommunications with Middle East-based clients.
- Autonomously prepare briefing materials and investor notes for meetings, oftenwith minimal notice.
- Use the CRM (Salesforce) to track investor interactions and meetings, ensuring accurate and timely recording
- Reconcile and submitmulti-currency expense reports, involving coding and compliance requirements.
- Support regional office events and contribute to the broader team culture.
Must haves:
- Minimum of 8+ years’ experience as an administrative assistant, preferably within financial services.
- Proven experience supporting senior executives in a global financial services or investment firm, ideally with exposure to the Middle East region.
- Deep understanding of cultural nuances and logistical challenges involved in regional roadshow planning.
- Flexibility to troubleshoot and address issues outside regular business hours as needed.
- Knowledge of Salesforce and proficiency in MS Office applications; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Workday.
- Exceptional organisationalskills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and adapt quickly to change.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Why join?
- Strong collaborative EA culture and great leadership
- Hybrid work pattern (typically 3:2 with ability to be flexible where needed)
- Stunning, high-spec London offices (West End) with on-sitebenefits including breakfast and lunch provided, cycle storage and showers
- Competitive benefits package and bonus