London Office - Team Lead Executive Assistant - 12+ month FTC from March 2026 - Hybrid (M/F/D)

London Office – Team Lead Executive Assistant – 12+ month FTC from March 2026 – Hybrid (M/F/D)

About L.E.K. Consulting

L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consulting firm that addresses the most critical commercial issues for the leaders of some of the world’s most successful businesses. We provide insightful expertise and a trusted partnership, helping clients make better decisions at crucial moments, unlocking new growth opportunities and delivering improved business performance.

Position Overview

This 12+ month maternity leave cover role based in London combines high‑level executive support with people leadership, operational improvement and team development. The Lead Executive Assistant will provide comprehensive support to a Senior Partner while leading the EA and OA teams in London and Poland.

Location & Working Policy

London – Hybrid (3 days in office per week)

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership
  • Lead, mentor and support the London EA and OA team; conduct regular check‑ins, performance reviews and career development discussions.
  • Promote efficiency by reviewing and improving systems and processes; share best practices across London and Poland.
  • Manage workload balance, leave and sickness cover; support team well‑being and work‑life balance.
  • Drive team engagement through regular meetings, communication and social initiatives, fostering a strong sense of collaboration and recognition.
  • Lead recruitment, onboarding and induction for new team members.
  • Collaborate with Finance to support budget forecasting and planning.
• Executive Support
  • Provide comprehensive support to one Partner: complex diary and travel management, expense reporting, inbox oversight and coordination of HR processes.
  • Coordinate case team and sector administration: schedule meetings, initiate and complete cases, manage documents.
  • Manage Salesforce CRM updates, reporting and client development tracking.
  • Support Partner business development by maintaining key contact lists, tracking client interactions and identifying relationship‑building opportunities.

Person Specification

• Essential
  • Proven experience managing and developing a team.
  • Significant experience as an Executive Assistant supporting a Partner or equivalent senior leader.
  • Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and implement efficient team practices.
• Desired
  • Experience working in a professional services environment.
  • Familiarity with CRM systems such as Salesforce.
  • Proven ability to foster collaboration and motivate teams across multiple locations.

Diversity and Inclusion at L.E.K.

We appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. All employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Administrative
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services