***Executive Assistant / Business Partner to Managing Partner***
Boutique Investment Management Firm – Central London
Full-time | 5 days onsite (with some flexibility)
Salary: Competitive + Bonus
Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a boutique investment management firm based in central London to find a high-calibre Executive Assistant / Business Partner to act as a true business partner to the Managing Partner.
This is not a traditional EA role. The position blends high-level executive support with operational oversight, investor relations coordination, and people-focused initiatives. You will play a key role in ensuring the Managing Partner is enabled to focus on strategic priorities while the business runs smoothly and efficiently around them.
The Role:
This is a broad and impactful role supporting the Managing Partner across all facets of the business. You’ll act as an extension of their office — driving efficiency, managing stakeholder communication, and taking ownership of day-to-day operational processes.
Your responsibilities will span executive support, investor relations, people operations, and office management — making this an ideal opportunity for a versatile, highly organised, and commercially minded individual who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting.
Responsibilities:
Executive Support
* Manage a complex and ever-changing diary across multiple time zones.
* Oversee inbox management, prioritising communications and flagging key actions.
* Organise international travel, compile itineraries, and manage end-to-end logistics.
* Prepare briefing documents, presentations, and follow-ups for internal and external meetings.
Investor Relations
* Managed UHNW stakeholder relationships, liaising with senior leaders, external partners, investors, and trustees on all things investor relations.
* Develop and present high-quality reports, proposals, and decks for both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
* Track investor interactions and follow-ups
* Coordinate investor events, meetings, and roadshows.
Operations
* Oversee daily office operations to ensure the business runs smoothly.
* Streamline internal processes and identify areas for operational improvement.
* Take ownership of supplier and vendor relationships.
* Ensure compliance and document control for regulatory or legal requirements.
People & Culture
* Support the Managing Partner with onboarding, HR coordination, and employee lifecycle administration.
* Champion internal communication and team culture initiatives.
* Act as a key liaison between leadership and the wider team to ensure alignment and engagement.
Requirements:
* Proven experience supporting C-suite or senior executives, ideally in investment management, private equity, or professional services.
* Exposure to investor relations and/or experience managing senior stakeholder communication.
* Solid operational and office management experience, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
* Comfortable managing sensitive people-related processes with discretion and professionalism.
* Strong business acumen, attention to detail, and ability to prioritise effectively.
* Highly organised, solutions-focused, and adaptable to changing demands.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM tools; expert-level calendar and inbox management is essential.
* Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
Why Join?
This is a rare opportunity to take on a strategic, broad-reaching role at the centre of a high-performing investment firm. You'll work closely with the Managing Partner, gain exposure to the inner workings of the business, and help shape how the firm runs — from investor relations to operations to team culture.
If you’re a smart, driven Business Partner EA ready to operate as a business partner, not just a support function, this is the opportunity for you.
📩 Apply now and play a central role in building the future of this high-growth, entrepreneurial firm.