ROLE: Executive Assistant to Investor Relations team - 12 Month FTC Maternity Cover
SALARY: £60,000 - £65,000
LOCATION: Chelsea, London
Office-Based Monday to Thursday, with the flexibility to work from home on a Friday
A prestigious Private Equity firm is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support its Investor Relations and Investment teams during a 12-month maternity cover. This is a fast-paced, highly visible role where you'll work closely with senior stakeholders, manage busy calendars, organise events, and coordinate high-level communication with investors, advisors, and portfolio companies.
The ideal candidate will have solid experience supporting Investor Relations or similar functions within financial services, and will be proactive, discreet, and highly organised, with a meticulous eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide EA support to a 3-member Investor Relations team and selected investment professionals
Organise and coordinate a high volume of meetings and events
Prepare meeting materials, agendas and take minutes
Book complex international travel and accommodation
Manage calendars, schedules, and correspondence
Maintain CRM records (DealCloud) and filing systems
Prepare investor documents and assist with project work
Coordinate internal and external communications
Process expenses and manage invoicing support
Liaise with investors, advisors, and EAs across the portfolio
Requirements:
Prior EA experience within financial services (ideally Investor Relations)
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Office and video conferencing tools (Zoom, MS Teams)
Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple deadlines
Confident, professional and proactive in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and discretion when handling confidential information
CRM experience (e.g., DealCloud) is desirable
Additional languages are a plus, but not essential
Benefits:
25 days annual leave, plus full closure over the Christmas period
Private healthcare, dental cover, and income protection insurance
Lunch provided every Monday; coffee, tea, and snacks available daily
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