FRENCH SPEAKING EA in Richmond)

Lamb Personnel; Richmond; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private property firm in Richmond, UK, is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the CEO in a dynamic environment. The role requires 3-5 years of experience supporting senior leaders, excellent command of English, and desirable competency in French. Key duties include managing schedules across time zones and coordinating travel. This position offers competitive salary, international travel opportunities, and a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for international travel

Dynamic team culture

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant supporting a senior leader.
• Experience in a small or entrepreneurial business with international operations.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office and productivity platforms.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the right hand to the CEO managing multiple time zones.
• Coordinate complex international travel and schedules.
• Provide traditional executive support and project coordination.

Skills

Proactive

Adaptable

Excellent written and spoken English

Competence in French

Organisational skills

Cross-cultural communication

Tools

MS Office

WhatsApp

Productivity platforms (e.g., Teams, Zoom)

Job description

FRENCH SPEAKING EA / PRIVATE PA required Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm with some out of hours assistance required.

Multi‑Award‑winning private developer, owner and operator of bespoke high‑end Residential properties with interests in the UK, primarily in SW London, and internationally in Europe and Mauritius.

The team are professional, passionate about property, are great team‑workers and take personal accountability for their contribution to the success of the business. The culture is entrepreneurial, open and direct, energetic, and where everyone pulls together to achieve great results.

They are a growing entrepreneurial business, specialising in the UHNW accommodation and event sector. Their clients and partners span the USA, Middle East, and other international markets, and they regularly attend global accommodation and travel fairs.

Role Summary

The Executive Assistant will serve as the right hand to the CEO, ensuring smooth operations across multiple time zones and locations. This role combines traditional executive support with project coordination, international travel management, and relationship building across global markets.

The successful candidate will be proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working within a small, entrepreneurial team where priorities evolve quickly.

FULL JD available on application.

Essential

• Minimum 3-5 years experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant supporting a senior leader.
• Experience in a small or entrepreneurial business with international operations.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Competence in French language is desirable; other languages are a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex international travel and schedules.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, WhatsApp, and productivity platforms (e.g., Teams, Zoom).

Desirable

• Background in travel, accommodation, or hospitality sectors.
• Experience working with clients or partners in the USA and Middle East.
• Familiarity with cross-border business environments and cultural nuances.

Personal Attributes

• Exceptionally organised, resourceful, and detail‑oriented.
• Confident communicator across cultures and seniority levels.
• High integrity and discretion when handling confidential matters.
• Comfortable working autonomously in a fast‑moving, entrepreneurial environment.
• Positive, can‑do attitude with a sense of humour and adaptability.

What They Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity for international travel and professional development.
• A collaborative, dynamic, and entrepreneurial team culture.