Temporary EA, Private Equity

ISE RECRUITMENT; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Greater London is seeking a highly capable Private Equity Executive Assistant to support two Managing Directors. The role involves managing complex schedules, travel, and providing seamless communication across the team. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 5 years’ EA experience in private equity or investment banking, possessing strong communication skills and a proactive approach. This position starts on a temporary basis with potential for a maternity contract transition.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as an EA, ideally in private equity or investment banking.
• Strong communication skills with a polished client-facing approach.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive support to the Managing Directors and wider team.
• Manage complex diaries, travel, and scheduling.
• Ensure smooth communication internally and externally.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive approach

Diary management

Client-facing skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced, highly capable and immediately available Private Equity Executive Assistant to join a busy client-facing legal team. This position will begin on a temporary basis, with the opportunity to transition into a maternity contract in the new year (months).

Responsibilities

This role requires precision, pace and a proactive individual. As an EA, you will provide seamless support to two Managing Directors and their wider team, working closely with the existing EA group and liaising with senior stakeholders and the board across Europe (board experience is a bonus). You will be the first point of contact, manage a hectic schedule, prioritise appointments and travel, and ensure an efficient approach to managing the workload. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, proactive assistant who thrives in a dynamic environment and can hit the ground running from day one.

Your duties will include, but are not limited to :

• Provide proactive support to the MD and wider team.
• Manage complex diaries, travel, and scheduling.
• Act as a trusted point of contact, ensuring smooth communication internally and externally.
• Anticipate needs and take ownership to deliver results with minimal direction.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as an EA, ideally gained within private equity, investment banking, or asset management.
• Strong communication skills, with a polished and professional client-facing approach.
• Able to hit the ground running and add value quickly.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled EA who thrives in a fast-paced, professional setting and enjoys being an integral part of a collaborative team.