Executive Assistant to the General Counsel

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly organized Executive Assistant to support their General Counsel in London. This role transcends traditional administrative tasks, requiring a strategic partner to manage high-level projects and ensure seamless operations in a dynamic fintech environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you're eager to thrive in a fast-paced setting and contribute to a mission-driven team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant at senior leadership level.
• Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and legal processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the General Counsel’s time and stakeholder engagement.
• Prepare executive summaries and high-level reports.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Equivalent Experience in Law or Finance

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Project Management Tools

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Executive Assistant to the General Counsel, London

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Client:

Wise

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Company Description

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money.
Min fees. Max ease. Full speed.

Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money.

As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money.
For everyone, everywhere.

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Job Description

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support the General Counsel at Wise. This role goes beyond traditional diary and travel management—you will be a strategic partner, handling high-level projects, governance coordination, and financial administration. Working closely with the legal leadership team, you’ll ensure seamless operations, communication, and project execution in a fast-paced fintech environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Executive Support: Act as a gatekeeper, effectively managing the General Counsel’s time, priorities, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strategic Coordination: Prepare executive summaries, high-level reports, and board materials to support decision-making.
• Governance & Compliance: Oversee legal team governance processes, ensuring best practices are followed.
• Project & Event Management: Plan and execute team offsites, events, and cross-departmental initiatives, including assisting with exec team and board events.
• Financial Oversight: Manage executive office budgets, invoices, and financial planning.
• Communication Management: Draft and refine internal and external communications on behalf of the General Counsel.
• Leadership Support: Lead administrative teams and contribute to strategic planning sessions.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant at senior leadership level, ideally in fintech, legal, or financial services.
• Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and legal processes in a corporate environment.
• Experience in project management and executing high-level administrative initiatives.
• Proficiency in budget management, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Skills & Abilities:

• Meticulous attention to detail—accuracy is non-negotiable.
• Exceptional business communication skills, including drafting executive-level correspondence.
• Strategic problem-solving ability, with strong decision-making skills.
• Ability to anticipate needs and proactively solve challenges.
• Strong technical proficiency, particularly in Google Suite, Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Personal Attributes:

• Highly organised and proactive, with a structured approach to workload management.
• Comfortable handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Able to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable and eager to take on new responsibilities beyond traditional EA tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (, Business Administration, Law, Finance).

Additional Information

Please note, for this position we would require someone to be based onsite at our London offices.

For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

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