Research Project & Administrative Coordinator

CFA Institute; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in investment excellence seeks a Project & Administrative Assistant to provide essential project coordination and operational support. This role will involve managing contracts, vendor payments, and coordinating logistics for senior leaders. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, proven administrative experience, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach, thriving in a collaborative environment. Opportunities to engage with international research and policy initiatives are available, complemented by a salary range of £32,000-£38,000 per year.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Generous leave and time off

Competitive retirement plans

Flexible work options

Wellness and education programmes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in administrative coordination within a corporate or research environment.
• Demonstrated experience in finance and vendor administration.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Research and Policy teams.
• Manage contracts, invoices, and vendor payments.
• Coordinate meetings, travel, and event logistics for senior leaders.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Stakeholder management

Detail-oriented

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

NetSuite

Salesforce

Workday

Concur

JIRA

Job description

A global leader in investment excellence seeks a Project & Administrative Assistant to provide essential project coordination and operational support. This role will involve managing contracts, vendor payments, and coordinating logistics for senior leaders. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, proven administrative experience, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach, thriving in a collaborative environment. Opportunities to engage with international research and policy initiatives are available, complemented by a salary range of £32,000-£38,000 per year.