Location

London

Salary

£55k

Starts

ASAP

Industry

Recruitment Consultancy

Date posted

19 Jan 2026

Job ref

1901261

Job description

One of the top five global executive search firms are seeking an experienced EA.

The ideal candidate will provide top-level assistance for high level consultants. They should be well-organised, proactive and used to a busy workload.

Responsibilities:

Extensive diary management and scheduling across multiple time zones Acting as the first point of contact for internal and external clients Organising travel and managing consultant expenses Preparing complex documentation to tight deadlines Maintaining the in-house database with accuracy and attention to detail Leading and supporting project management activities to ensure timely delivery, while effectively coordinating cross-functional teams and resources.

The ideal candidate will be:

An experienced Executive Assistant – prior experience in executive search is essential Confident, deadline-driven, and delivery-focused, with strong emotional intelligence Proactive, with a positive attitude and flexible approach A strong team player, client-focused, and detail-oriented Able to manage pressure and juggle multiple projects simultaneously Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with strong typing skills Comfortable learning and using internal systems for project and database management

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Proficient in Microsoft Office suite Experience in managing multiple priorities, administrative coordination, and logistics Well-organised, detail-oriented, ability to multi-task with great follow-up skills Strong written and verbal communication skills