Overview
Executive Assistant (12 Months Maternity Cover) | Cybersecurity | Forensic & Litigation Consulting. The EMEA Cybersecurity business within the FLC segment seeks an Executive Assistant on a one-year maternity cover to support senior leadership and ensure smooth team operations.
The ideal candidate will be highly organised, intuitive and able to prioritise multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The role requires advanced Microsoft Office skills, numerical proficiency, excellent communication, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Accuracy, attention to detail and a proactive approach are essential. Flexibility at short notice may be needed to meet client deadlines outside core hours. The successful candidate will be reliable, adaptable and able to remain calm under pressure while supporting leadership, staff and team operations effectively.
This role requires full-time presence in the London office for a minimum of 3–4 days per week.
What You’ll Do
* Provide full EA support to senior leadership, including diary management, complex travel booking, time entry and expenses.
* Coordinate team-wide meetings, calls and social events.
* Manage onboarding for new joiners and contractors, including contracts, extensions, amendments and invoicing.
* Support senior leadership with client engagement, including business development prep, conflict checks and preparing LOEs for review and approval.
* Oversee the EMEA staffing process, working with senior leadership to allocate resources across projects and track utilisation.
* Lead WIP and billing processes for the EMEA Cyber team, ensuring accurate invoicing and timely follow-up.
* Maintain and update the EMEA Cyber backlog/pipeline and provide monthly reporting to Finance.
* Manage and update CRM contacts and relationships for senior leadership.
* Provide administrative support for RFPs and other key business initiatives, including matter tagging and preparation of target lists.
* Liaise with Marketing and support creation of the bi-weekly EMEA Cyber update deck.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with HR, Legal, Marketing, Recruitment and other EA networks to support cross-segment collaboration.
How You’ll Grow
We are committed to investing in your professional development with programs focused on leadership, growth and development opportunities. You’ll have on-the-job learning, self-guided courses and certifications, plus a dedicated coach to mentor and support your growth.
As you progress at FTI Consulting, tailored programs are available to prepare you for future roles within the firm.
What You Will Need to Succeed
Basic Qualifications
* Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple requests
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish rapport at all levels
* Ability to communicate on behalf of senior leaders to internal and external parties
* Discretion, tact and diplomatic communication
* Ability to work under time pressure and be available as needed
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
* Strong team player with ability to handle confidential issues
* Strong levels of discretion and integrity
* Problem-solving mindset when solutions are not immediately visible
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
* Strong English and Maths qualifications
* Proven experience of supporting senior management
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in a consulting or financial environment is highly desirable
* Experience of both 1:1 and team support is advantageous
About FTI Consulting: FTI Consulting is a global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We are committed to equal opportunity employment and do not discriminate on any legally protected status.
We offer market-competitive benefits (including pension), plus flexible benefits, professional development programmes, wellness and hybrid working arrangements.
About FTI Consulting
FTI Consulting, Inc. is a leading global expert firm with thousands of professionals across multiple countries. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com.
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